Moms Are Special

For many years we have held a running joke in our family about which son, there are three of us, mom loves the most! Well, I am the middle son and the oldest and I are convinced that it is the baby brother without question, ha! Regardless, every time any of the three sons are with mom, we hold up the #1 sign because at that moment, we are her favorite! And I can tell you it’s true. Whoever she is with is her #1.

Mothers are very special! In fact, without them, none of us would be here, period! No debates here, fact. I’ve watched and learned over the years that one of the strongest forms and exhibitions of love on this planet comes from a mother. They give birth, they carry pain, they endure, they live, laugh, and love like no one else.

Why is this so important to remember? On days when we feel like we don’t know what to do, who do we usually pick up the phone and call? On days we just need to hear a kind word, who do we call? And on days when we need to be reminded that we are unconditionally loved, who do we think about?

Well for me for the past 49 years, it has been my amazing mother. Mom has been there all along. She has always answered the phone, prayed, cried, and loved me through it all! And so today leaders, even though it’s not Mother’s Day, stop and reflect on your mother. Give her a call and tell her much you love and appreciate her for being there. And then in your best efforts try to share that level of love with those around you. If we all did, the world would be a better place because of the love of a mother.

God bless you leaders as you lead with heart and soul.