The Remarkable Women of God

"Motherhood is the greatest potential influence either for good or ill in human life. The mother's image is the first that stamps itself on the unwritten page of the young child's mind. It is her caress that first awakens a sense of security; her kiss, the first realization of affection; her sympathy and tenderness, the first assurance that there is love in the world. . . . She who rears successfully a family of healthy, beautiful sons and daughters. . . deserves the highest honor that man can give, and the choicest blessings of God

President David O. McKay

There is no greater joy than being a mother. There is no greater reward than the love of your children. I just feel so blessed this Mother's Day. My heart is just so full. I have been blessed with 3 amazing gifts from my Heavenly Father. They push me to be better and forgive me when I fall short. They never run out of hugs or love for me. They make me laugh & sometimes make me cry. They make me want to sing & sometimes want to scream. They make me want to dance & sometimes collapse with exhaustion. Rachel, Jared, & Ellie have been entrusted to me. I can't think of anything that makes me happier.

There are so many women in my life that have been amazing examples to me and my children. I love my mom, I don't think I could love her any more. I am so grateful for the relationship we have. For her listening ear, for her advice, and mostly just her gentle encouragement to strive to be better. I am thankful for the love and influence of my Grandmothers, Mother-in-law, Aunts, Cousins, Friends, & Sisters.

Happy Mother's Day.