Thoughts on Mother's Day

Years ago, I learned in church that Mother’s Day was started by a single woman, who never married or had children. I believe the woman started Mother’s Day as way on honoring not only her mother, but all mothers. Being a single person, who has never married, this meant a lot to me. Even though I have no children, I can celebrate Mother’s day. It isn’t about being honored as a Mom, but taking a day to remember and honor our mothers, giving thanks for a hard job well done.
As I sat in sacrament meeting today, I listened to the graduating high school seniors speak of their moms. They all spoke of how their moms loved them and the impact they have had on their lives. After the church meetings were over, it was tender to see children carrying flowers. I wonder if some moms were presented with multiple flowers, for young children especially like to show their moms gratitude. One boy hid the flower he selected behind his back as he presented it to his mom.
On Facebook, quite a few people were posting their mother’s pictures as their profile picture. Even some the men got into the spirit. Someone on Facebook thought it would be a way to honor all the beautiful mothers. As the week went by, more of my friends posted their mother’s pictures. It was touching to see all the various pictures. One of my Facebook friends who posted her mom’s picture had lost her mother a few years back. It was good to see Sister Walker’s friendly face smiling at me from Facebook. One friend commented that she had spent the afternoon and would stay overnight with her aged mother. She ended her post feeling as if she was in the presence of an angel. I have met Grandma Bea, who is indeed an angel that has cared for and lifted those around her. Her daughters have followed her example and forwarding her legacy to their children and grandchildren. When I think of all the moms I’ve known, one of my favorite quotes from Abraham Lincoln comes to mind.

"All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother."