Category: Motherhood

Mom’s Kiss

On occasion I give my kin a peck before they go to bed. Last evening as I did this and turned off their bedroom light a thought pierced my heart. I cannot remember the last time my mother kissed me goodnight or goodbye. She has been away so long that I’ve forgotten her embrace. Surely by now her pace has gotten a little slower and she’s shrunk a noticeable millimeter or two then when we were last in the same Country together. 
I chuckled at the thought of a 42 year old missing his mama. It was a front though to myself because if I could have a hug or a kiss right now I’d gladly take it.

Mom and Snoopy

They didn’t sell him in stores. I loved Snoopy though and my mom had skills. She bought some black and white fabric and in the evenings after supper she cut, she sewed and stitch by stitch made me a beagle of my own. It didn’t quite match the Schulz version because one ear was too long. I didn’t have the heart to tell her and I think she may have known. Thanks Mom!

Moms

Right there on Foothill Avenue while I sat for a light and traffic to move I spotted a momma and her baby walking. The little one with her curly-cues and unsteady feet fell to the cold ground and rightfully gave out a cry. Momma kneeled at her and without words opened her arms to a baby who needed a hug. Once picked up they held each other in embrace and slowly the tragedy came to an end. I’ve now seen many moms do this. My wife, my sisters, many a friends. It’s a gift…one of the most valuable.