M is for "mother"

There are many women who hold special places in my heart.

M is for mothers: My mom, left, and my mother-in-law.

Of course, my own mother is first and foremost. She grew up on a farm, like her mother. She has strength, courage and love beyond measure. I am so lucky to have her in my life. I love you, mom!

Grandma Lena, left, and my mom as a younger woman (she's still young!).

Her mother, my Grandma Lena, is the only grandparent I knew growing up. Grandma made the best cooked spinach (yes, I said, spinach) in the entire world (or so I thought as a five-year-old). She also sang me The Teddy Bear song and told me stories and made me smile. I miss her very much.

I am blessed to have a mother-in-law who is like a second mother. She is kind, loving and strong. She grew up on a farm, too. She also reminds me of my grandmother in many ways. Her stories give me so much appreciation for my husband's heritage and the history of our farm.


My stepdaughter,
Amber, with my
granddaughter,
Karlee.

I am very proud of the mother my stepdaughter has become. She nurtures her three girls with patience, love, faith and a great sense of humor.

Mother's Day is always special at the farm . . . when I take time to remember the special women in my life who mean so much to me.

Mom with her three daughters.

God is good!



Three favorite ladies from my life: mom, center; and her sisters: Aunt Kay, left; and Aunt Jo.



Amber's mother, left, helping Amber
on her wedding day. We both cried!