Remembering

Today is Memorial Day.  The day that is set aside to remember those who have died in battle.  Those who have died trying to gain or protect freedom for someone.  What a selfless act to die in behalf of someone else!  A dying soldier never gets to see the fruits of their efforts and never gets to receive thanks for what they sacrificed while in this life.  I have always been in awe of those men and women.  I am in awe of a coworker of mine who, at the young age of 16, knows that she wants to be part of the military to honor those who have gone before and to serve her country.  I am also in awe every time I drive down a certain street by my in-law's house that was renamed for a soldier who lost his life in a recent battle.  These men and women are special and filled special purposes on this earth.

I would like to take a moment to remember those who have gone before, fighting for what is right in expense of their very lives.

On the topic of remembrance, there are other things that we as mothers should remember.  Of course we need to remember to feed the kids, take them to school, pick them up, do grocery shopping, change the baby's diaper, clean the house, the list goes on.  But while we are running around it is often hard to forget to notice the fruits of our labors: the hugs, the smiles, the well feed tummies, and content children.  It is easy to forget that we are special, and smart, and loving, and not just a robot that goes through all of the motions.  When I look in my son's eyes I see his love for me and I know that what I do is appreciated and that I am loved.

The other day I was showing my son some Sesame Street videos and discovered the below video.  It is an awesome message for children.  But, I was also impressed with how great the message is also for mothers.  Remember that you and your children have great talents and do great work.  You can achieve your dreams and help foster the dreams of your children.  You have a mighty potential.  What you are is SPECIAL.