To All of the Special Wonderlander Mothers

Cat · Post by **Cat** » Wed May 05, 2004 8:42 pm

Mother

The young mother set her foot on the path of life. "Is this
the long way?"
she asked. And the guide said "Yes, and the way is hard. And you
will be old before you reach the end of it. But the end will be better
than the beginning."

But the young mother was happy, and she would not believe that
anything could be better than these years.
So she played with her children, she fed them and bathed them,
and taught them how to tie their shoes and ride a bike and
reminded them to feed the dog, and do their homework and brush
their teeth.

The sun shone on them, and the young Mother cried, "Nothing will
ever be lovelier than this."

Then the nights came, and the storms, and the path was
sometimes dark, and the children shook with fear and cold,
and the mother drew them close and covered them with her
arms, and the children said, "Mother, we are not afraid, for
you are near, and no harm can come."

And the morning came, and there was a hill ahead, and the
children climbed and grew weary, and the mother was weary.
But at all times she said to the children, A little patience and
we are there."

So the children climbed, and as they climbed they learned to
weather the storms. And with this, she gave them strength
to face the world.

Year after year, she showed them compassion, understanding,
hope, but most of all.... unconditional love.

And when they reached the top they said, "Mother,
we would not have done it without you."

The days went on, and the weeks and the months and the
years, and the mother grew old and she became little and
bent. But her children were tall and strong, and walked with
courage.

And the mother, when she lay down at night, looked up at the
stars and said, "This is a better day than the last, for my
children have learned so much and are now passing these
traits on to their children."

And when the way became rough for her, they lifted her,
and gave her their strength, just as she had given them
hers.

One day they came to a hill, and beyond the hill, they
could see a shining road and golden gates flung wide.

And mother said: "I have reached the end of my journey.
And now I know the end is better than the beginning, for
my children can walk with dignity and pride, with their heads
held high, and so can their children after them."

And the children said, " You will always walk with us,
Mother, even when you have gone through the gates."
And they stood and watched her as she went on alone,
and the gates closed after her.

And they said: "We cannot see her, but she is with us still.
A Mother like ours is more than a memory.
She is a living presence."

Your Mother is always with you. She's the whisper of the
leaves as you walk down the street, she's the smell of
certain foods you remember, flowers you pick and perfume
that she wore, she's the cool hand on your brow when you're not
feeling well, she's your breath in the air on a cold winter's day.

She is the sound of the rain that lulls you to sleep, the colors
of a rainbow, she is Christmas morning.

Your Mother lives inside your laughter. And she's crystallized in
every tear drop. A mother shows every emotion..........
happiness, sadness, fear, jealousy, love, hate, anger,
helplessness, excitement, joy, sorrow..... and all the while,
hoping and praying you will only know the good feelings in life.

She's the place you came from, your first home, and she's the
map you follow with every step you take. She's your first love,
your first friend, even your first enemy, but nothing on earth can
separate you.
Not time, not space...............not even death!

May we never take our Mothers for granted.

Salin · Post by **Salin** » Wed May 05, 2004 9:17 pm

That was SOOOO beautiful!!!!!!!!!!
I had to wipe a tear
Inger

Carolyn · Post by **Carolyn** » Wed May 05, 2004 10:16 pm

hi cat....

See, I knew u had a big heart.... that was so touching... thanks for giving it to us.... I really think u like to go barefooted, now... and walk in the cool grass...

Davimad · Post by **Davimad** » Thu May 06, 2004 12:53 am

To Janet with love.

I will say no more!

From all Wonderlanders to you at this time.

Maureen..

Cat · Post by **Cat** » Thu May 06, 2004 1:09 am

Carolyn wrote:hi cat....

See, I knew u had a big heart.... that was so touching... thanks for giving it to us.... I really think u like to go barefooted, now... and walk in the cool grass...

Thanks, Carolyn glad you enjoyed it! And yes I do like to walk barefooted in the cool grass. Thanks for the compliment, I hope all you ladies enjoy it and have a Wonderful Mother's Day
Cat

BIGMUMZ · Post by **BIGMUMZ** » Thu May 06, 2004 1:28 am

I hope you all have a terrible mother's day! like me for the last 30 years.

The last time my BIGHUSBANDZ bought me a gift was 1984! it was a triple pack of Rubber Gloves - yellow. They still had the "reduced to clear" price sticker on.

Mind you in 1990 he went the extra mile more than usual, breakfast in bed! sadly reheated Pizza from the night before, wasn't what I had in mind.

Of course in 1998 he suprised me with a "special bargain romantic-saver" holiday for 2, in 'sunny' Iceland. The plane was so old, we had to hold it together as we took off, I remember holding onto the right wing throughout most of the flight.

Men are rubbish!

Pat · Post by **Pat** » Thu May 06, 2004 1:57 am

BIGMUMZ, I am going to assume that this post is a joke and in very poor taste. I do have an extra stick of dynomite that I will be quite willing to strategically place which will assure you of at least a spectacular 4th of July!!! HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO THE REST OF YOU.

majic1 · Post by **majic1** » Thu May 06, 2004 2:10 am

I just read that beautiful post from Cat, and it made me think of my own mother, how I miss her - made me cry, but it was for how true Cat's statements were - that she will always be with me. This gave me such a good feeling.

THEN, I read:

I hope you all have a terrible mother's day! like me for the last 30 years.

THAT made me feel terrible and all that happy feeling left me. If it was meant to be a joke, it didn't make me feel happy at all.

ol'gramma · Post by **ol'gramma** » Thu May 06, 2004 2:13 am

To BIGMUMZ,
I am suspicious of this post.

I see you just joined the forum May 6..

I have a question: do you strive to be obnoxious, or does it come naturally?

Would your Mother be proud of YOU, knowing you posted this garbage in this lovely topic?

ol;gramma
Carolyn

janetgalle · Post by **janetgalle** » Thu May 06, 2004 2:14 am

Davimad wrote:To Janet with love.
I will say no more!
From all Wonderlanders to you at this time.
Maureen..

Oh Thank you, Carolyn for the poem, and Maureen for the thoughts.That was very beautiful..I will print it and send it to each of my sisters and my brother!

jg

janetgalle · Post by **janetgalle** » Thu May 06, 2004 2:19 am

[color=red]BIGMUMZ wrote:[/color]I hope you all have a terrible mother's day!
The last time my BIGHUSBANDZ
Men are rubbish!

Please forgive me if I am mistaken........but I smell BIGZIPZ socks all over this post.

jg

Cat · Post by **Cat** » Thu May 06, 2004 2:23 am

Majic1 just hold onto those beautiful memories of your mom, I still have my mother and I am grateful for that. Your mom will always be with you to and will watch over you.

I lost my father-in-law 11 yrs ago, he treated me like a daughter that my own father didn't do. I sure do miss that man.:cry
Some people just can't stand if someone is happy and have good memories of your loved ones. Just keep thinking of your mom, I know things are hard for you now but brighter days are ahead and we are all here for you.
Cat

majic1 wrote:I just read that beautiful post from Cat, and it made me think of my own mother, how I miss her - made me cry, but it was for how true Cat's statements were - that she will always be with me. This gave me such a good feeling.

THEN, I read:
I hope you all have a terrible mother's day! like me for the last 30 years.
THAT made me feel terrible and all that happy feeling left me. If it was meant to be a joke, it didn't make me feel happy at all.

Jersey · Post by **Jersey** » Thu May 06, 2004 3:02 am

Hummmm. I think you are right, Janetgalle...it does sound awfully suspicious.

Especially when you consider that Americans and Canadians spell M-O-M, not like the Brits who spell it as M-U-M.

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Beautiful poem, Cat. Truly a tribute to Moms everywhere.

I'll be sure to print it off and give it to my mother this Sunday. But, if you write one for Father's day, I'll be too busy weeping to comment. (It'll be 17 years since he passed away, 2 days before Father's Day.)

Cat · Post by **Cat** » Thu May 06, 2004 3:24 am

Jersey wrote:Hummmm. I think you are right, Janetgalle...it does sound awfully suspicious.

Beautiful poem, Cat. Truly a tribute to Moms everywhere.

I just had to share this poem with all of you mothers on Wonderland. As
of Sunday we should call ourself "WonderMom's!"

I can't take credit
for writing this, as I didn't my sister in South Carolina sent it to me today.
And all I could think of is to send it here to share with all of the wonderful Mom's here. If I should find a lovely poem for father's day I would be happy to share it with you. As I will be looking for one to send to my brothers and my wonderful husband. Your mother will truly enjoy the poem. Loosing a love one is never easy. Have a great night and a wonderful Mother's Day!
Cat

SharonM · Post by **SharonM** » Thu May 06, 2004 3:58 am

Thank you for that, Cat.

It brought a tear or two to my eyes too. It made me think of my mom. She and I have had our ups and downs throughout my life, but I wouldn't be who I am without her. She is my best friend and she is my inspiration. She is my mom. I hope my kids feel the same way when they get to be my age.

Happy Mother's Day!

BINA · Post by **BINA** » Thu May 06, 2004 5:29 am

Thank you cat - I also had tears in my eyes and felt very touched.
Im lucky enough to still have my mother with me and I speak to her nearly everyday. I often wonder what I would do with out her support and giudness in my live and I also tell her that and how much I appreciate her.

Bina.

LinkyNStoof · Post by **LinkyNStoof** » Thu May 06, 2004 5:59 am

BIGMUMZ wrote:The last time my BIGHUSBANDZ bought me a gift was 1984! <snip>

Um, looks like you confused Mother's Day with your Wedding Anniversary?

Robbie · Post by **Robbie** » Thu May 06, 2004 9:22 am

Beautiful Cat... a thought not lost on us dads too. Our ladies are indeed special & often we don't see all they do or show the appreciation they deserve. A very touching reminder.

Hope you girls have a great mothers day.

Robbie

(Wonderland Dad)

Cat · Post by **Cat** » Thu May 06, 2004 12:13 pm

I agree Robbie, the dads and husbands in our lives are special .

You all are not forgotten and will try to do find a specail tribute to all of the men of Wonderland on Father's Day!
Thanks Robbie
Cat

Robbie wrote:Beautiful Cat... a thought not lost on us dads too. Our ladies are indeed special & often we don't see all they do or show the appreciation they deserve. A very touching reminder.

Hope you girls have a great mothers day.

Robbie
(Wonderland Dad)

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popo · Post by **popo** » Thu May 06, 2004 12:26 pm

I got through a full box of tissues reading your tribute, Cat

Remembering my mum who died four years ago.

BTW Mother's Day in the UK was 21st March, I got two beautiful azaleas for my garden.

majic1 · Post by **majic1** » Thu May 06, 2004 2:47 pm

popo wrote: BTW Mother's Day in the UK was 21st March, I got two beautiful azaleas for my garden.

HAPPY "LATE" MOTHER'S DAY TO EVERY MOTHER OUT THERE IN THE UK!!!

Cat · Post by **Cat** » Thu May 06, 2004 2:56 pm

I don't know what it is like to lose a mother as mine is still on this earth and I am truly Thankful, sorry that you mum is gone just remember the good things about her and the wonderful thing both of you shared.
Mother's Day here is May 9th, I bet your azaleas are beautiful. Happy Late Mother's Day!

popo wrote:I got through a full box of tissues reading your tribute, Cat Remembering my mum who died four years ago.

BTW Mother's Day in the UK was 21st March, I got two beautiful azaleas for my garden.

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Dianna · Post by **Dianna** » Thu May 06, 2004 5:25 pm

What a very nice poem. Thankfully, it skips past those teenage years when Mom doesn't know much and can't do anything right!

Now my son is older, and I've once again grown a brain, but his oldest kid is 10 and so my son is now beginning to experience what it's like to not know much.

I'm lucky that my mom is still alive. She's 92, but looks and acts at least 20 years younger. (She had me when she was 40, and when I was a kid she used to worry that she wouldn't live long enough for me to grow up, hah!)

Happy Mother's Day to all the Wonderland mothers everywhere! I hope you have a great day!