I grew up not really appreciating my mother. What she did, was expected. Making sure my life happened. That is what she did. I grew into being an adult and my mom grew to being a senior citizen.
Three and a half years ago I married a fantastic woman and very soon she was carrying our baby. Our oldest boy is now 2 years and 8 months and our youngest is 14 months. I cannot describe in words what I have witnessed my wife do for my kids and our family. I have seen the most superhuman existence of all time. From the moment of conception until the present moment she carries my family and makes our lives work.
I have read about many amazing achievements that people have achieved feats of endurance and courage that leave one breathless but none of these compare even remotely to being a mother. The endurance and courage required to be a Mother is immense and immeasurable. 
Today I am in awe of mothers. I was truly blessed to have my own mom and now to have my wife. As a husband and father a have a walk on role in this family. My wife is undoubtedly the star and the foundation on which our family lives.
To all the Moms out there I salute you. You are without doubt the centre of our society and our existence.
To my mother and to my wife, I love you and thank you. I am blessed to have you both, for I would have been nothing without you.
One day is certainly not enough to celebrate Mothers. This should be a daily requirement. Happy Mothers Day.

 

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