HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

"Merry Christmas!"

"Merry Christmas!".

Its automatic, isn't it? If someone greets you that way, its almost reflex to wish it right back. Its a way of saying," Hello!" "Greetings!", etc.

"Happy Mother's Day!" I always greet the moms I know.

Right back at me they say, "Happy Moth- uh, well, (pregnant pause)....."

I enjoy passing along Mother's Day wishes to my matriarchal friends. I also like to pay special attention to those children or mothers who are without their mothers, or children for some reason. It brings me joy and fills a spot that seems a bit empty each Mothers Day as more often than not, I am without my mother, who lives in a different state. Its fun to see the smiles on their faces, and sweet to take part in the phone calls that have become part of my annual Mother's Day routine.

But, there are always a few instances when I pass this wish along when someone catches themselves wishing it back to me- before they can stop themselves....Seems awkward for some. However, I want to put all minds at ease. Its OK!

Afterall, I have raised 2 wonderful dogs, Floyd and Murphy (rest his little soul). And, I hang out with 40-70 of the finest teenagers in Concord on a daily basis. I might not have carried and birthed a child but certainly, I mother them every day...I mean, one of those kids was so on my heart that I prayed for him all weekend long, at least a couple times each day. I get to comfort, correct, even guide these kids- pets, too. Isn't that what moms do?

I said to one friend, "I feel like a mom. I'm part of the village."

So, go ahead, have a HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY. And, wish me one, too!