A Special Day for Moms......

This is my fifth Mother's Day. While most children probably do not fully comprehend the profoundness of being appreciated as a mom, I can honestly say I did not until I became a mom myself. I always knew my mother was important, for there was not anything my mother did not do or sacrifice for my sister and I. She always did what she felt was best for us - even if was emotionally painful. She was always there for us when we fell and still is there for us when we ask. I may be all grown up and be a mom now, but I still need my mom....and she will always be my mom. I love her for her unending generous heart and all too many times putting herself aside for us. We may not always see things the same or agree on everything, but no matter what, her love never wanes. It is true, a mother's love never dies and truly is unconditional. One very important lesson my mother has taught me by example is to stay strong, and that life hands us all kinds of bumps. Its not being able to get over the bump that matters, its how we get over it. I only pray that I may be half as strong as her and can teach my daughter the same. Thank you Mom. I love you. Cindy


Diane, Me, Mom (1972)


Dad, Mom, Me, Kelsey, Todd, Diane (2004)


A MESSAGE FROM TODD....

Mom I want to thank you so much for the love, strength, toughness, and kindness that you gave me everyday of my life. A little about my great mom... Even though my mom was little in stature, she was huge of heart. She loved her four boys like no mother could ever love. She never took a day off, she never complained and embraced every challenge in life with a smile and strong determination. As the years go on I appreciate her more and more as I realize the sacrifices she made for her sons are greater than I ever realized. As another Mother's Day passes, I cannot thank my mother enough for her undying support and love she has for me.

I love you mom. Todd


Grandma Hattie, Mark, Pam, Steve, Curt, Mom, & Me (1972)


Dad, Mom, Me (2000)