Last year I didn’t write a Mother’s Day piece because I was lazy. This year I am feeling equally as lazy, but I haven’t written anything in a long time and I’m feeling lots of love for my mom. Also, this was supposed to be posted yesterday, but I had a bit of picture fiasco.
It’s kind of great because I can write this post and a lot of you know who I’m talking about. You know my mom’s sweetness, her sense of humor, her comforting words. She’s like the WordPress mom. But she’s my real mom so I win.
I am also writing this because my brother wrote my mom a really nice note and ugh I’m the favorite so I have to secure my spot up at the top. Jk.
But seriously.
My mom has had a rough year. My whole family has. I mean, I could kind of see it coming because, lets be real, 2013 cannot be considered a lucky number for anyone. But she’s strong. Almost too strong. She’s protected my brother and I from sadness when we were little even when she was crying inside. I think that’s the hardest thing a mom can do-smile for her kids when she just wants to curl up in a ball. I can’t imagine doing that. Maybe that’s why I haven’t had kids yet.
She’s always happy and healthy. She sets a great example for my brother and I even though we don’t always follow it. But she let us make our own mistakes, she’s still proud of us when we’re mean or disagreeable. She comforts us when we’re low. She lets us have our freedom.
She has unconditional love and calmed me down whenever I got stressed out. And now I don’t care about anything so I guess that worked!
Out of all the mothers in the world, I have one of the most selfless, brightest stars around. She’s helped me become the sassy, fun-loving person I am today. She’s helped me take chances I wouldn’t have done on my own, and for that I owe her everything.
Thanks for being my support system, my confidant, and my best friend. I love you!
Lily In Canada 
she deserves all your lovely accolades and more–the blog world loves her
Definitely! How could anyone not love her, right? So glad she has you in her life 🙂
so glad I met both of you–you are your mom’s daughter
Aw, you made me cry, which means this was an excellent note! Your mom is one heck of a swell woman, and a great role model for kids and other moms. We all want our daughters to call us their best friend…there is no greater accolade. You’ll be a wonderful mother when the time comes…look at the person who taught you the ropes of parenting.
I’d like to think my two see me as Dumbo’s mom, too. Great choice, Lily.
Oh Addie, you big sap! Hah I’m glad my words touched you. She is a great role model for future mothers, and for people in general. Thanks for your kind words. Motherhood seems so intense, it scares me to even think about it, but I guess it’s just one of those things that you have to jump into.
Thanks! I thought long and hard about which mom would represent my mom and Mrs Jumbo seemed to do the trick. She’s a winner 🙂
You’re a lucky gal Lily. We all are actually. Your Mom is definetely a bright spot in my life 🙂 She is the Word Press guru..one of the kindest, thoughtful bloggers around–spreading her care and love around.
Great post dudette
Audra
Aww thanks Audra! Everyone that knows my mom is super lucky, for sure. It’s amazing how so much light can be emitted from one person huh? I hope I can be like her when I grow up (I’m not grown up yet…right?!)
Thanks lovely 😀
Ack! I’m crying too! I love your mom, you’re a lucky girl. And some day, I bet you will be a great mom, you’re young…enjoy it! xo
Aww thanks Mags! My mom loves you too. She really does. I hope I can be half as good a mother as mine was! xoxo
Yay for Lisa! She’s so wonderful and you’re so lucky, dear. xoxo
Thanks Jells! You’re one of the few bloggers who’ve met the glorious gal that she is! That was so fun. I still think about it all the time and how I need to come back to see you and Eebs and smiling A2 and your dogs. Haha and your Hubs even though I’m pretty sure he thinks we’re weird bloggers!
Ha! He knew it was a dream come true. Is she still thinking about moving to Austin? I could totes see you gals again. And it would be glorious.
Oh, my sweet Lil! What a kind little post this is. Would it be wrong to reblog it? Just kidding!! LOL!!!!!! (The idea of that just made me laugh.) I think you have secured your post as # 1 child- I’m betting on the fact that your brother won’t read this. If he does I’ll have to back peddle. Ha!
Some children make the job of parenting a cake walk, full of love and laughter. You are that child, Lily. It’s an honor and privilege to be your mother. I feel doubly blessed to have two such sweet and sensitive little spirits in my charge. Thank you for this loving and thoughtful gesture, even though it was born out of your competitive spirit. JK! I know it wasn’t. And sorry for the photo fiasco- I think that Dumbo’s relationship with his mom pretty much sums it all up. I love you, my Lil!! xoxox
**And for the rest of your readers and commenters… Well, you’re all too kind. I happen to be crazy about the bunch of you. How did I get so lucky to have such a beautiful group of friends?? This past year was difficult but each one of you was integral in lifting me up. You are the golden threads in my tapestry. I love you each for your support and kindness and for the beautiful women you are. 🙂 (of course if any men read this I’ll have to amend it. Lol!)
Thanks for your kind words momma. They made my eyes well up! It probably doesn’t help that I’m watching Long Island Medium and it’s super emotional right now! I’m glad you liked the Dumbo/Mrs. Jumbo gif. I was trying to think of famous moms but I thought this one was the most gentle. Also, I found it in gif form which is of course, the best.
Look how much everyone loves you! It’s pretty great.
Hopefully I can be a great momma like you 🙂
I just want to pipe in here a moment…Long Island Medium… freakish show eh? Wouldn’t you love to meet her?
Yay for Lisa as well! She’s exaclty as you describe her (yeah duh, ofcourse you know how she is). And she got such a badass daughter, you know ;).
Haha yes of course! Everyone seems to forget how badass I turned out! Thanks Astrid! My mom and I are so glad to know you 🙂
Oh waw thanks… 😀
I’m really glad to know you as well. You’re both obviously the coolest people around WP, ain’t it? 😉
I forgot to mention that there’s no doubt in my mind that you’ll be the very best mother. Your children will love you dearly. That much, I know. 🙂
Thanks Momma 🙂 Thanks for leading me and guiding me.
Your mom is truly the bestest of the best. I think you know I adore her, and she clearly did (and continues to do) an amazing job with you since you turned out so well, Lils.
Also. Dumbo. OMG sweetest movie EVA. And also kind of racist and weird but still really sweet.
Right? Everyone is always saying how they have the best moms and I want to be like, NO SERIOUSLY GUYS, I HAVE THE BEST ONE. Haha. She honestly loves you like one of her children, for really reals. We love you Em.
Dumbo is so good, but yes, also supes racist, but for some reason it’s totally fine.
Aw, this is beautiful. And Dumbo threw it over the top.
Aww thanks Katie! There is something about Dumbo that pulls at everyone’s heartstrings. 🙂
This is so beautiful. I really enjoy your blog!
Thank you so much! You’re the sweetest.
Your Mom is definitely my “Blogging Mom”. She’s great, and has a great daughter too. I’m so glad you guys have each other…and that you share each other with us. Great post.
Thanks Bro Jo! I think she feels happy to have you as her blogging son haha! Aww thanks for your sweet words. It’s great that we all were able to find each other in this little community 🙂
Yeah, we’re all pretty great…
Mom of Lily Reigns Supreme. That is all that ever needs to be said on this topic.
But really, your mom is the best and we’re all planning on stealing her.
Haha thanks Timmy. Yeah she’s pretty great. But not as great as me, right? RIGHT?!?!?!
You can steal her any old time. I hog her too much anyway.
What a lovely post! Couldn’t agree more. My mum and dad separated when I was quite young, and it wasn’t until years later I realised how hard it must have been for her, because she still continued to be my bubbly, happy mum.
Yay to mums! Also nice that Mother’s Day is celebrated the same day around the world
Yes! You know exactly what I mean. It’s so sad to think of that, for some reason 😦
But yeah, yay for moms! That’s cool that you celebrate Mother’s Day on the RIGHT day. I think the UK celebrates it in April or something? They’re crazy over there.
Maybe it’s a monarchy thing?
You’re a great daughter and an all-around good egg, Lily of Canada.
Aww shucks. Thanks Hook! I try. You’re a good egg yourself 🙂
I know better than to argue with a pretty girl…
Pfft you’re lazy? It took me a fortnight to read this, I’m guessing mothers day over there is on a different date than it is over here. I don’t have to worry though because my mother will remind me every day that it’s mothers day until the day before. I can’t argue that Lisa is the best though, I can’t wait to one day give you both a genuine ‘Ard ‘Ug. Get your asses to England!
Yeah Mother’s Day is in May here. It’s in April over there right? Mothering Sunday or whatever? Hah.
Lol if I was a mom, I would remind my kids every day leading up to Mother’s Day too–and threatening them to get me something good. I’ll be such a good mom.
Yesss we need to visit! One of these days we’ll organize something and we’ll be causing havoc around the streets of London.
“It’s in April over there right?”
Hell if I know, I won’t be able to tell you that until about a week before when she begins reminding me again hah!