Happy Mother’s Day

My mom passed away 25 years ago, yet Mother’s Day still is a bit of a bittersweet day. I feel her presence in my heart every single day. The pain of missing her has faded after all these years, but I still feel some sadness each year when Mother’s Day cards start showing up in stores, friends make plans to spend time with their moms, and restaurants offer Mother’s Day specials. 

I can’t help but wonder what it would be like to still have her in my life in a more tangible way. She never knew me as a veterinary hospital manager, and she never knew me as a writer. She never knew how much joy my chosen careers have brought into my life.

And yet, I know she knows. I know she’s been cheering me on all these years, and I know she’s proud of what I have accomplished. But on days like today, I wish I could get just one more hug from her. I wish I could hear her voice just one more time, calling me by any of the special names she had for me. I wish she was still here.

My mom with Feebee, spring of 1985

Whether you’re the mom of human or feline children, enjoy your special day. And if your mom is no longer with you, I hope today is filled with wonderful memories of your time together.

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