All holidays are days to commemorate or to remember something – 4th of July, Christmas, Veterans Day, etc. We cheapen the day or, at least, don’t maximize the day when we simply acknowledge the thing in passing designated for that day. Holidays are intended to settle our minds and imagination on the event or person being commemorated, to contemplate and celebrate the ways in which this person or event has impacted our lives and influenced our future.
There is no holiday in which this is more true than Mother’s Day. If you are fortunate to have what you consider a great mom, celebrate that simple fact and think deeply how this great mom has influenced and impacted your life and future. If your mom or your relationship with your mom doesn’t, in your mind, fall into the category of great, think MORE deeply. You may need to forgive, you may need to reach out, you may need to investigate your mom’s journey in life to the point you find peace.
Regardless of your situation, spend a few moments each day of this week thinking about your mom, and take whatever action that enhances or redeems that relationship, or brings closure in your heart and mind.