Mother's Day

It feels like Mother's Day has been ongoing these past few days, starting with Dia de la madre (Mother's Day) on 10 May here in Mexico and now finally, 13 May, it is celebrated by the rest of the world. It's a big celebration here. It is almost a public holiday with a big majority of schools closed for the day or an early dismissal. Needless to say, the traffic is horrifying during mid-day because mothers are being treated to a lavish comida at every restaurant that has rolled out the carpet for this very special day.

For me, mother of two incredibly spirited girls ... I am still not drawn to all these designated days of so-called importance. I think it probably has something to do with my own upbringing. My mama didn't wait for special days to celebrate something. Mama always said, "to take each day as it comes", and that really sums up how we were raised. Everyday mattered, and every day, whether exciting or boring, was a celebration. And with that in mind, I try (and always remind myself) to practise that with the 4 of us. 

Here in Mexico, early morning of 10 May, Sera came running into our bedroom, arms outstretched ready to dive into me for a great big hug. "Happy Mother's Day!", she excitedly giggled. Sera is always the last to get up in this family so that in itself was a big gesture that she didn't linger in bed the minute sleepy eyes opened. I walked into the girls' bedroom and Yassy was still curled up fast asleep. I gave her a big hug and slowly waking up, she muttered, "mama, I slept all by myself." Yassy is our little 'work in progress' as we are trying (mostly in vain) to wean her from crawling into our bed every night. That was the start of my 'mother's day' and you know what, it was perfect. Of course I had also received gifts and cards from Sera and Yassy, made lovingly and patiently at school for the past few weeks. Kudos to the teachers ...

So to my mama ... and my mommy friends all over, and I also include you, Sue-Lyn, I send my love and respect. Everyday, I continue to be encouraged and inspired by each and everyone of you. Besos!!! 

Celebrate everyday!