One Day Away...

Pa dum dum, the big day is tomorrow. One day out of the year that purges a wide range of emotions out of people. Mother's Day. Tears for those whose moms passed away. Anger for those whose moms were less than. Joy for those who celebrate their moms in the flesh, as is.

As we approach the day, I felt indifferent until I finally said out loud last night that this is my first year without my son on Mother's Day. Did I know it? Yes. Was I fixated on it? No. As the day pulls nearer, however, my feelings are changing.

To chew on the feelings that are crawling up my throat, I think there will be tears tomorrow. But as my wise, young son said the other day, at least we are both alive and can FaceTime each other. It will be okay for us. We're used to celebrating holidays on off days.

From my heart I want to say, my son has made me life worth living. I am so proud of him and my doggy daughter, Shelby (pictured below). He paid to rescue her from the pound 11 years ago and they are inseparable. He rescues dogs and people! As an EMT he is dedicating his life to the selfless service of First Responder.

Yep, I'm one proud Momma. Thanks Nate, for making this the most special day of the year for me :-)