This post is dedicated to my mom who turned a happy 50 something on April 23rd. With the whole family down with the flu, I'm a bit late with posting. But hey, better late than never.
Some of you know my mom as Cora or Auntie Cora or Nanette but to us she's simply Nana. My mom has got to be one of the most gracious women I know. With having to raise 3 children on her own, she did her best to give us a loving home the only way she knew how.
Even though all her children are grown up and have families of their own, she hasn't stopped her outpouring of love. I don't think a mother ever will. My mother is an example of a woman who loves her family and gives all of herself for them.
One quick fact about my mom, she's a neat freak! She likes things simple and uncomplicated. She told me once, "Take 10 seconds to put that away instead of 10 minutes trying to clear the pile of clutter you're going to make". That stuck with me. Another quick fact, my mom is so very helpful. She'll come to my house and start clearing out the dishwasher or start folding laundry just to give a helping hand. She understands the difficulties of raising little ones and offers her help whenever she can. One more quick fact, she understands the preciousness of time and does not waste it, not one bit. When she's got places to go, she'll map out the shortest distance from point A to point B so that she doesn't waste gas and time. Gotta love my mom!
Growing up my mom and I didn't have the best relationship. But as the years have gone by my mom has become one of my best friends. I love spending time with her. Even if its just a quick trip to Wal-mart. She's an inspiration to me and I will love her forever! Happy Birthday Nana!
