Vicissitudes and Victories

My Mother

Tonight I just wanted to pay tribute to my mother. She put up with a lot raising her children. I know that she probably suffered much disappointment and heartache when any of us made incorrect decisions in our lives. But she always wanted the best for us. She always showed intense gratitude for anything nice we did for her. We, as children, gave back very little to her, but we received so much from her love and guidance. I know that I, as well as all of my siblings, come to appreciate her more and more as we grow toward adulthood.

I learned an amazing lesson this afternoon. I decided to surprise my mother by driving the three hours from Logan, Utah to Rexburg, Idaho to attend a Mothers' Day dinner being held by my family in her honor and in honor of my two angelic grandmothers. If I had any doubts about the trip, they were dispelled as I saw the surprised delight on her face at seeing me. She may have even shed a tear. I wish I could do more to honor and strengthen this great woman who has carried me so many times in my 26 years.

posted by Joel @ 11:46 PM