First, I must say there is little coincidence between the fact that I was offered the honors summer internship on Mother's Day... and that my mother commented before to keep working hard. Yes, that's right... I was offered the honors summer internship. They claim to only take 10 people a summer... but the letter I received basically said there were so many equally qualified people they decided to take more this year, so they can only offer me $1,000. (instead of 2,500). Hmm.... but it's still exciting to be picked! Now back to my Mother's Day post...
It amazes me that my sisters are both mothers now. Not to mention that one has two children! I am in awe at how far they are in their lives, and how they handle having their own family. If there is anything stranger than knowing your siblings now have a family separate from your own, I don't know what it is! But they are wonderful. Growing up with sisters that were so much older I always claimed that they were like having extra mothers growing up. But I think I've always known we had a sister bond. Especially as I got older, they certainly were my siblings... after all mother's don't tease their children THAT much!!
I started thinking about what makes my mom stick out aside from her not teasing me like my sisters do... Growing up I was always her baby (and I know I always will be). It makes me glad to know I hold a special place in her heart. My mom repeatedly told me how much she loved me, and how beautiful I was. It amazes me that she said these things even as I was a teenager. And it makes me so happy that we have a great relationship now that I've grown up. (adolescence + menopause was an interesting time, but we pulled through) She has always encouraged me to keep giving my all, even when I have a set back. My mom always wants to help me out in every way she can. And even though she would give me hugs and kisses when I didn't want them growing up... I am so grateful that she did because it's part of my understanding that she will always love me no matter what! There are tons of other ways my mom has been wonderful... I can't possibly list them all. So thanks mom, for all you have done and all you continue to do. I am proud of who I have become, and I know I wouldn't be the same without you!
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You're welcome. Mothering you was so easy. Maybe because I had already done it twice. Or maybe because you are so special. And probably a little of both. I knew someday you would appreciate those hugs and kisses. IT's been fun. I love you.
"My mom repeatedly told me how much she loved me, and how beautiful I was. It amazes me that she said these things even as I was a teenager"
It amazes me that she said these things to you as well. ;) Just teasing! Kind of...
Congrats on the Honors thingy. I've lost track of the difference between all of the things you applied for, but I'm glad that SOMEONE was smart enough to realize you should get it.
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