My Mama

Isn't my mother beautiful? I know, people have told me my whole life that she is. And I have always agreed with them.

There are about 28.6 million reasons I am thankful for my mom, but I will narrow it down to just three on this day in honor of mamas.

#1. She is one of the healthiest people I know. She is an amazing cook (like really amazing). I'm not just saying that because she's my mom. She makes a huge variety of great tasting (and great for you) food - and I often think if I can become half the cook she is, I will have arrived! And she is so fit. I used to be kind of freaked out that I outgrew my mom's pant size in the tenth grade. But I'm okay with it now ;). In all seriousness, I love how she has always been so active, in a really healthy (never over the top) kind of way. So yes, I basically want to be my mom when it comes to food and fitness.

#2. She loves my dad (and everyone else in her life) well. I often say that the best gift we can give Clara is a great marriage. This was modeled to me and I am so thankful. I can't even begin to count the ways their obvious love was a security for me growing up. And now it's just a great example to follow. Thank you, mom (and dad)!

#3. She lives her love for God and faith daily, in everything she does. All her love and passions flow from her love for Jesus. Her work, her relationships, her commitments. I'm inspired by the way she loves to learn and grow too.

She's a pretty great mom, I would say. If I said she's the best mom in the world, I'd likely offend you, huh? So I'll say she's the best for me. I love you, mom!