Dear Mom,

First off, I want to say thank you. When I was a young girl, I never knew what kind of sacrifices you made for us girls. But now that I'm a mom myself, I know how hard this motherhood thing can be at times and I want you to know that I am beyond grateful for everything you did for me while I was young. And not only thank you for all you did through my childhood, but also for all you do now for my little family. Clete couldn't ask for a better mother in-law to love him and accept him as her own like you do. Mac couldn't have a better Queenie, who loves and adores him. You've taught him so much in life so far! He already knows to cling to Jesus and you've been a big part of teaching him that.

You are our backbone. You hold our family together, and we know that no matter what we can call Mom and she'll always be there. If she doesn't have the right the thing to say or advice to give, she has the right Bible verse(s) to send your way that are exactly what you need to read. And sometimes it's just an ear to listen but exactly what we need.

You are our prayer warrior. We feel your prayers, especially during times when we need them.

You are a friend. Now that I'm older, I'm so grateful for the close bond that we have. I know you're just a phone call and hour and half drive away if we need you. And I'm honored to call you more than my mom, but my friend.

You are a super-star grandma. I'm thankful that you play a major role in my child's life. I love watching the bond grow that Mac has with you and Dad. He loves his Queenie & Poppie, and already knows they'd do anything in the world for him.

You are loved. Although we don't tell you often enough, we love you so much and know that we would be lost without you.

On this Mother's Day, and every day, I hope that you know how much you're loved and appreciated. I pray that I can be a large chunk of the mom you are to Mac and any other children we may have one day. XOXO

In honor of Mother's Day this weekend, I wanted to write a post in honor of my mom. Now that I'm a mother myself, I know how very special this day is. I hope every mother reading this has a wonderful Mother's Day!