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The Morning the Phone Rang - Mike Fak
When a writer faces personal tragedy, the only thing we know how to do to cope is to write. This little story was written the morning I received the phone call that my mother had unexpectedly passed away during the night. You know the call is going to come. You put it out of your mind as many... Submitted 4 years 287 days ago.

"Mother's Day, Burly Sons and Dogwoods" - - Michael Angelo Massa, J.D.
It had always made me somewhat uneasy. As a boy of 11, growing up in the ethnic conclaves of Eastern Ohio, it truly puzzled me. Those ubiquitous songs praising a mother’s love and devotion. They seemed to be everywhere. Being a first generation son of Italian and Argen Submitted 5 years 278 days ago.

A Few Thoughts The Day After Mother's Day - TeamAfro
Yesterday was Mother’s Day and I like many other men made the obligatory call to my mother to wish her the best. As most men who have children know, Mother’s Day gradually morphs into “Grandmother’s Day” as the ones they want to see and talk to are your children... Submitted 278 days 3 hours ago.

My two Grown sons and Mother's Day! Got to Love it!! - - Connie Case
LOVE my sons! They are two unique individuals that my husband and I spent LOADS of time with when they were children. Boy Scouts, baseball and basketball practices! They are strong, handsome and unique individuals!!! Got to Love that! This mother's day was one of my best. WHY? Did they bring... Submitted 1 year 277 days ago.

Who Cleans Up For Mom After Mother's Day? - Gerry Charbonneau
"A mother is a person who seeing there are only four pieces of pie for five people, promptly announces she never did care for pie." --- Tenneva Jordan . Sunday May 9th 2010 is Mother's Day. This is the day that has been so kindly set aside to officially honor that woman who changed our... Submitted 1 year 278 days ago.

Stirring the Pot: Food as a Memoir of Mothers' Love - - Walter Rhett
My case in point is Mrs. Lucy Washington, the head cook at the black, segregated elementary and high school I attended. I loved food, and Mrs. Lucy Washington cooked food that I loved. Her school lunches were better than anybodys cooking that I knew in the whole world. My mother, never jealous... Submitted 1 year 279 days ago.

A Mothers Day Blessing- and a Curse - Ken McCreless
Greetings Fellow Travelers Here we are, Mothers Day weekend already. As of this writing my mother-in-law, Ynocencia Ybarra, is in the hospital with a mild stroke. Please pray for her. She is a good mom and a recipient of my Mothers Day blessing. My Mothers Day Blessing goes out to all... Submitted 1 year 280 days ago.

Mother's Day Gift Ideas - Special Things To Give And Do That'll Surprise Mom On Mother's Day - Kacycarr
Mother's Day Gift Ideas How many of you can say that there was a time when someone had to remind you that it was Mother's Day. It's a forgivable offence to forget a birthday or maybe an anniversary, but not so forgivable to forget Mothers Day. C'mon girls and boys this woman gave birth to you... Submitted 1 year 349 days ago.

Made Perfect by Grace - - Jean Purcell
My mother, Mama, worried that I might fall under some wrong influences of religion. To her, religion was different from Christian faith. To her, religion had to do with denominational conflicts, rigid traditions, legalism, and pretense or judgmental ways. Mama went to church every Sunday and... Submitted 2 years 277 days ago.

As I Watch Mom Die. - straight talk
I thought I'd write this for Searchwarp although I don't expect much of a response it is there for those who care to know. As I sit here this day before mothers day and watch the demise of my mom under the facade of a caring health system that labels and identifies her by age and quotes to me... Submitted 2 years 279 days ago.

10 Interesting Things About British Mother's Day and Its History - - Connor Davidson
Before I start my list of interesting things about Mothers Day I should say this over here in sunless Great Britain we celebrate mother's day on the fourth Sunday of lent the end of March as opposed to May. Well then here we go: 1. Mothers Day is sometimes referred to as Refreshment... Submitted 2 years 279 days ago.

My First Mother's Day as a Grandma - My Grandson's Story and Things I Have Learned - Lorrie Davids
This Sunday will be my first Mother's Day as a Grandma! It is also my grandson's 4 month birthday, my daughter's first Mother's Day and Parent/Child Dedication at our church. A day of "firsts"! I love "firsts". Have you noticed yet that "first" is really a weird looking word? Each baby born... Submitted 2 years 279 days ago.

It Takes a Village to Raise a Child - Brianna Popsickle
Mothers Day is around the corner, and it's customary to stop and acknowledge and appreciate what our mothers mean to us. However, at this time of year, I can't help but also think of women who have wanted to become mothers and for whatever reason have not been blessed with children. Mother's Day... Submitted 2 years 280 days ago.

A Mother's Day Tribute To A Nightingale - - Nenita Wells
She sings like a nightingale. And loves to tell us tale. Of long ago and about life, Plain and simple and with blithe. Submitted 2 years 280 days ago.

Magdalene Is My Mother's Name - - Nenita Wells
I saw an angel today, Her face is sculptured and gay, She gave me her reassuring smile. I went back to sleep and stayed awhile. I was hoping I will see her again, In the recesses of my brain, So that I can meet her again Even just in my dream. The face I often see ... Submitted 2 years 282 days ago.

A Mother's Day Poem: Love Has Never Been About the Genes - Avis Ward
This is dedicated to mother's like me, who may have given birth but your babies are angels in heaven. Happy Mother's Day to you! Love has never been about the genes, But about beauty, and unforgiving grace. The wolf that suckled Romulus and Remus Had nothing in her heart but wrenching joy.... Submitted 2 years 284 days ago.

The Mother I Wanted, The Mother I Got - - Mogama
I dreamed of a rich mother who had everything and could give me anything. I got a mother who met all my needs. I wanted an educated mother who could converse with the world. I got a mother who sold all kinds of merchandise to give me the education she never had. I wanted a mother... Submitted 2 years 285 days ago.

Mothers Of May - Sandra E. Graham
Mothers Of May The lines on her face, why did I never notice before? Does she move more slowly as she crosses the floor? The gray in her hair; was it there yesterday? When she last came to visit, did I ask her to stay? How many times did I call her this week? Just to see how she was and hear her... Submitted 2 years 286 days ago.

Remembering Mama's Gentle Touch - Joel Hendon
Things could not have been much worse on September 20,1930 in a rural renter's house in the South. The depression was at it's toughest and people were fortunate to have shelter and food for the table. I didn't know much about that because I was born that day in those circumstances. I was not... Submitted 2 years 288 days ago.

Mothers Day: What Is Your Legacy As A Mom? - Laura Trahan
During the Mother's Day season I often find myself reflecting on the legacy of my own mom just like many others do during the holiday. This past weekend as I sat in church, I felt emotions stirred in me unlike ever before. Our pastor was telling about his own mother and the legacy she left... Submitted 2 years 289 days ago.

Mom, I Will Miss You On This Mothers Day. Rest In Peace - Gary W. Halsey Sr.
M is for the "Most" Wonderful Mother of All, that I love and cherish, even in Death. O is for the "Outstanding" job she had done, raising her Children. T is for all of the "Time" she dedicated to us, teaching Morals, Ethics, Manners, and about God. H is for all the "Happiness"... Submitted 2 years 289 days ago.

Mothers Day Activities For The Preschool Classroom - Stephany Springer
Mothers play such an active and important role in your preschooler's life. For the most part they are the active caregiver and constant force in their life. Why not spend the week before Mother's Day celebrating mommies. You can even put aside a week for daddies. Be careful to know your... Submitted 2 years 290 days ago.

Mothers Day; Then and Now - Sandra E. Graham
Flowers. My mother loved flowers and had a green thumb like no one I ever knew. She could grow a rose from a stone, almost. Hugs and kisses were abundant when I gave her a bouquet of flowers, whether a fresh mixture of hodgepodge wild flowers that I found along side the gravel road at age seven... Submitted 2 years 294 days ago.

On Being A Non-Custodial Mom - Barbara Clark
For all mothers out there who have their children living with them, I hope you realize that being with your children daily is a tremendous pleasure and privilege that no one should take for granted. I know from personal experience as I am a non-custodial mom. I haven't always been in that role... Submitted 3 years 276 days ago.

Ten Ways to Treat Your Wife Right This Mother’s Day - - Arlene Pellicane
Mother's Day is approaching and you want to do something special for your wife. You know flowers and a meal at a nice restaurant are always welcome, but what else can you do to show your appreciation? Here are ten unique gift ideas to say "I love you" to your wife, most of which are absolutely... Submitted 3 years 281 days ago.