Forthright Fixation

Mom,

I remember the days when I was a little girl when you’d take me shopping or the days when you’d let me help you bake. I remember the curlers, ribbons and dresses; bubble bath, braids and tickle-fests. The feel of flour on my nose and the stolen bits of cookie dough; your laughter and your rebukes. I remember when you taught me to write my name with that huge kindergarten pencil that was bigger than me, and how you kept the sheets of paper I practiced on – with backward, crooked letters. I remember so much of my childhood in which you were instrumental, even though my childhood now seems far away.

I can no longer curl up on your lap when I’m sad, or have you twirl me around when I’m happy, or run to you to kiss away my hurts – things have changed. As I step into womanhood, you won’t be able to bail me out of sticky situations or hide me from various trials I might face. Yet, as daunting as these things are, they don’t frighten me because you’ve been faithful and prepared me for this stage of my life. You’ve always been an example of godly womanhood to me as you delight in and seek the Lord, even when things are rough. You’ve shown me the ropes; how things are done and what’s to be expected. You’ve told me Who to look to for help – the only One who can sustain and lead me. Your example has taught me to trust Him completely.

And now, on Mother’s Day, I’m so grateful for all you’ve ever done for me, and all you still do for me. Not just in feeding and clothing me but in nurturing me, loving me, instructing me, and disciplining me. Thank you for catching my tears that have fallen and for sharing many laughs with me. Thank you for speaking the truth when I need to hear it, and for correcting me faithfully when I’ve been stubborn and proud. But most importantly, thank you for teaching me about the Lord. Thank you for making Christ your forthright fixation and teaching me to do the same. Thank you for praying for me and with me. Thank you for setting an example of joy in the Gospel that I can emulate.

Thank you for being my mom and, as I’ve gotten older, one of my dearest friends. Thank you for loving me. Thank you for loving Him.

With love and gratitude,
Your daughter

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