The other night, I was helping Cara finish up the last chapter of her reading assignment, Because of Winn Dixie. We had read the book about three years earlier and we have both seen the movie. However, I did not recall the ending. If you have not read the book, I do not want to spoil it for you.. but as I sat there reading the book... I teared up and had to stop reading to gain my composure. Opal, the main character in the book, was remembering 10 things about her Mama.My mama left this home for her eternal home in 2004. It is hard to believe that five years have passed this October. I miss her so much. I do not think that it will ever go away. It eases and definitely is not as intense.. but on special days and especially in May.. Mothers Day, her birthday and my birthday... it is difficult. As I see others with their Moms, it makes my heart miss my own Mom even more. I have great memories and that is what I can treasure until the day that she greets me in my eternal home... until then...
10 things I remember about my Mama...
1. She loved me unconditionally.
2. The notes she would leave for me on my mirror to tell me she loved me and was thinking of me.
3. Her infectious laugh
4. Her devotion and love for God
5. Her daily example of Christ...
6. How much she loved her ministry at FBC Arlington...
7. How she would take time to make her grandchildren feel so special.... and loved...
8. How she loved to eat fritos in her Broccoli Cheese Soup from Boo Boo's Sandwich Shop
9. How she cared and loved for her Mom, my sweet Ninny
10. How she never raised her voice at me...
Oh, Mom I long to see you and hold you again... I can't wait to do that.. you were a wonderful Mom.. the best Mom in the whole world. I miss you so!
Take time to love your Mom...
