Momsick

I don't call her "Ice Mama". See footnote*

The capacity of my mom's heart & the lightness of her spirit make her an easy creature to miss. Have you ever been momsick? (I made that word up. Think homesick for your mom.) After eight long months, I only have to wait 24 more hours before she & "the boys" (the pets) are here!

In anticipation of my mama's visit, I'd like to share with you a letter I wrote to her for Mother's Day. (I submitted it for consideration in a Hallmark competition but it didn't win so I'm allowed to share it now.)

This is the woman who's arrival Mr. A & I eagerly await...


Dear Mama,

 It’s true that the first heart we hear in life is our mom’s. Your heartbeat is always with me. Not a day goes by that I don’t hear your encouragement. You know just what to say &, more importantly, what I need to hear. You hand me a pair of brave boots & big girl panties when I’ve temporarily lost the strength to do so for myself. 

 But you are more than my incredible mama, you are a remarkable woman to boot. You set an example of faith over fear, grace over greed & positivity over pessimism. I am your daughter as well as your student, and I am always taking notes. 

Please keep teaching me with love.



One more thing...have a great day on purpose! (*ICE stands for In Case of Emergency. It's wise to place it before emergency contacts in your phone.)