Mother's Day is a time to appreciate our moms, and thank the daughters-in-law who are amazing moms for our grandchildren. Today I am also sending a little cosmic white light and pink bubbles to the young woman who raised my three sons to be responsible citizens of the world. She made many mistakes and had some skewed priorities. She let the guys eat way to many yogurt-covered raisins and watch an excessive number of Ninja Turtle cartoons. She did not shield them from current events. She let them wear camouflage and play with toy guns. Worst of all, she didn't keep them up-to-date with dental check-ups.
Today I've scanned another two photo albums and a vacation album from the years of her mismanagement. Some pages bring up pain, and some bring up accusations. Over all, though, I see a mother who needs a big dose of self-compassion.
© 2013-2019 Nancy L. Ruder
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