Blessed is
the mother who understands her child,
for she
shall inherit the kingdom of memories.
Blessed is
the mother who knows how to comfort,
for she
shall possess a child's devotion.
Blessed is
the mother who guides
by the
path of righteousness,
for she
shall be proud of her offspring.
Blessed is
the mother who is never shocked,
for she
shall receive confidences.
Blessed is
the mother who teaches respect,
for she
shall be respected.
Blessed is
the mother who emphasizes the good
and
mimimizes the bad,
for in
like manner the child shall make evaluations.
Blessed is
the mother who treats her child
as she
would be treated,
for her
home shall be filled with happiness.
Blessed is
the mother who answers simply
the
startling questions,
for she
shall always be trusted.
Blessed is
the mother who has character
strong
enough to withstand the thoughtless remarks
and
resentments of the growing child,
for again,
in due time, she shall be honored.
~Author Known to God
Have a blessed Mother's Day!
