Holidays are celebrated differently through out the world. For instance Santa Clause has a different meaning in Holland then what it means in the U.S. Mothers Day is celebrated on a different day of the week in Holland, yet has the same basic meaning. This is not to talk about Holland. This is to talk about mothers.
My mother was the type of person who would always cuddle and console you when you needed that attention. She was also the type that would kick your ass when it needed it as well. My mother grew up in the oil fields of Odessa, TX. My grandfather was a wildcatter and my mother and her brother grew up a good part of their childhood out west. My mother had the pleasure of living in a few different places before settling with my father. She graduated high school in Houston then spent a lot of time in Fort Worth and in Perryton, TX.
Mom was the type of person that could be knee deep in mud from working cows or in her garden. That night though she could clean up and shine like a new penny charming friends and laughing that unforgettable laugh. She was one of the strongest people I have ever met. She could endure a lot and did carry a lot on her broad shoulders. I remember when I was a kid. Something had happened and I was crying. She said, you can cry over this all you want. That will not change the fact that you are giving that person the satisfaction that they affected you that much. Do you want them to know they won and have that power over you? Great words that have stuck with me for years.
Holidays are in my opinion a time for family and friends. Family does not have to be blood relations. Growing up in the wonderful world of cattle. I had so many stock show moms that I could go to at any time and ask for something and they would help. They are people that grew to be life long friends and companions. Their kids and I are still friends and I now get the cherish the sight of seeing their kids grow up and show.
Being a mother is not easy. Especially if you have more then one child. My mother made the choice to work after having both of her children. She loved to work and like many people was able to make a better life for her family with her working full time. She always made sure though that we had a hot meal at suppertime and all of our needs were met. She taught my sister and me how to cook, clean and even do laundry. She made sure that we both were self sufficient people that did not always have to rely on others. (My Dad did the same thing for us both my sister and me. That we will discuss in future blogs.)
My mother was a kind and giving person who mastered the art of telling someone to kiss her ass without even saying those words. At times she was a high riding hard nosed bitch that did not take any crap off anyone. I thank God everyday she was that person. By having that sort of vigor and courage she really set my sister and me up to be hopefully really good adults. I know that my sister and I use to cuss our parents for giving us a work ethic sometimes. People always knew we could do the job and get it done right.
One thing I had the pleasure to see was the true mothering ability that she passed onto my sister. She gave my sister the insight and wisdom to make a marriage work and juggle two young boys that time has proven them to be more then a handful. She gave me courage to know that I can do anything that I set my mind too. She blessed me with a quick whit and a smart ass mouth that comes in handy a lot!
My mothers birthday is in May. It was actually the day after her mothers birthday. Which is a little ironic since my sisters birthday is actually the same day as my dad's. So we use to always combine one nice gift for mom for her birthday and mothers day. Dad always made sure we had something for her, even if it was handmade or a simple card. Those are always the items she cherished the most.
So what I want everyone to know or to take away from this post. No matter what relationship you had with your mother good or bad. You learn something from them at the end of the day. You either learn the right way to go about a task or what to never do. Learning from mistakes is a part of life. We as humans need to pay attention and always take something positive away from every situation. It allows us to grow and be better people when we look at thinks in a positive light. That is also a great lesson that my mother taught me.
Whether your mother is still alive or gone on to be an angle above, always remember that there are important life lessons that your mother teaches you and you will always carry. I think about, pray for and miss my mother everyday since her passing. I do the same for my sister who was a mother as well and like my mother is now an angle up above.
All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother. ~ Abraham Lincoln
My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from her. ~ George Washington
My mother was the type of person who would always cuddle and console you when you needed that attention. She was also the type that would kick your ass when it needed it as well. My mother grew up in the oil fields of Odessa, TX. My grandfather was a wildcatter and my mother and her brother grew up a good part of their childhood out west. My mother had the pleasure of living in a few different places before settling with my father. She graduated high school in Houston then spent a lot of time in Fort Worth and in Perryton, TX.
Mom was the type of person that could be knee deep in mud from working cows or in her garden. That night though she could clean up and shine like a new penny charming friends and laughing that unforgettable laugh. She was one of the strongest people I have ever met. She could endure a lot and did carry a lot on her broad shoulders. I remember when I was a kid. Something had happened and I was crying. She said, you can cry over this all you want. That will not change the fact that you are giving that person the satisfaction that they affected you that much. Do you want them to know they won and have that power over you? Great words that have stuck with me for years.
Holidays are in my opinion a time for family and friends. Family does not have to be blood relations. Growing up in the wonderful world of cattle. I had so many stock show moms that I could go to at any time and ask for something and they would help. They are people that grew to be life long friends and companions. Their kids and I are still friends and I now get the cherish the sight of seeing their kids grow up and show.
Being a mother is not easy. Especially if you have more then one child. My mother made the choice to work after having both of her children. She loved to work and like many people was able to make a better life for her family with her working full time. She always made sure though that we had a hot meal at suppertime and all of our needs were met. She taught my sister and me how to cook, clean and even do laundry. She made sure that we both were self sufficient people that did not always have to rely on others. (My Dad did the same thing for us both my sister and me. That we will discuss in future blogs.)
My mother was a kind and giving person who mastered the art of telling someone to kiss her ass without even saying those words. At times she was a high riding hard nosed bitch that did not take any crap off anyone. I thank God everyday she was that person. By having that sort of vigor and courage she really set my sister and me up to be hopefully really good adults. I know that my sister and I use to cuss our parents for giving us a work ethic sometimes. People always knew we could do the job and get it done right.
One thing I had the pleasure to see was the true mothering ability that she passed onto my sister. She gave my sister the insight and wisdom to make a marriage work and juggle two young boys that time has proven them to be more then a handful. She gave me courage to know that I can do anything that I set my mind too. She blessed me with a quick whit and a smart ass mouth that comes in handy a lot!
My mothers birthday is in May. It was actually the day after her mothers birthday. Which is a little ironic since my sisters birthday is actually the same day as my dad's. So we use to always combine one nice gift for mom for her birthday and mothers day. Dad always made sure we had something for her, even if it was handmade or a simple card. Those are always the items she cherished the most.
So what I want everyone to know or to take away from this post. No matter what relationship you had with your mother good or bad. You learn something from them at the end of the day. You either learn the right way to go about a task or what to never do. Learning from mistakes is a part of life. We as humans need to pay attention and always take something positive away from every situation. It allows us to grow and be better people when we look at thinks in a positive light. That is also a great lesson that my mother taught me.
Whether your mother is still alive or gone on to be an angle above, always remember that there are important life lessons that your mother teaches you and you will always carry. I think about, pray for and miss my mother everyday since her passing. I do the same for my sister who was a mother as well and like my mother is now an angle up above.
All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother. ~ Abraham Lincoln
My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from her. ~ George Washington
I think I took it harder when your mom passed than when my own passed. That is a testament to how special you were to me and still are.
ReplyDeleteThis article is a testament to your Mother. Jeremy I am one proud stock show mom to have known you and your family. God really blessed us with our stock show families. I don't know if this will happen for the grandkid generation. Seems as though they haven't met special friends yet. Maybe because of iphones and ipods. Will never forget the day we met in Ft. Worth, Jess just walked right up and starting criticizing Craigs clipping and telling him how it was to be done. Your Mom raised one eyebrow,, like she could and Maurice just laughed and smiled that beautiful smile of his. God stalled us across the isle from each other that year. Love you all so much!
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