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Mothers are such a special gift. My mom came to visit me one day last week and just seeing her made me feel like it would all be okay. My mom has taught me about life, the Lord, heartache, courage, bravery, strength in the face of adversity and how to keep my head up when life gets tough. I am so thankful for a mother who loves the Lord first and foremost and then her family.

Even in the midst of a hard season in life right now, I am able to see how much the Lord has blessed me. I have a wonderful mama, grandmother and mother-in-law and grandmothers-in-law. Blessing upon blessing. All there to teach and encourage and love.

I am amazed at God's plan in providing mothers for us...they represent His love for us and give us an earthly representation of His fierce love for His children. They raise us and give us a strong place to stand. They help prepare us for life and surround us with love.

Praying we would all give our moms a special recognition for all they do for us on Mother's Day this year!

Mama with all the children

My sister and sister-in-law who are both such wonderful moms

All my aunts, grandmother and mama

Aunt Meri, Mama Scott and Mama

Ms. Cindy with all her girls

Ms. Cindy with all her boys

Mama and me

Ms. Cindy, Mr. Mike and me

All mama's girls

Grandmama, Ryan's aunts and Ms. Cindy

Another one of Ms. Cindy and her girls

Love each of you so very much!!!!

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