Life With Mama

I have been blessed to have my mama staying with me until probably December. Brought her back with me in July! I have not spent this much time with my mom since I was a little girl...and I wondered how it would go. It has surpassed even my wildest hopes! My mom is 80 years old and I look at her and I see such great beauty and strength. She loves with such unconditional love ....she gives with her heart and soul. Her life has not been one of ease but it has been one of great faith and endurance. She is still teaching me new things even at this time in life. I know I was one of those who thought they knew it all...and I she is showing me there is always more....She is fun, and she is funny, she has a heart that holds memories instead of grudges. I have many friends who are seeing their parents depart and go to be with Jesus and am reminded that this to will happen to all of us. I am thrilled to have this time with my mom and am going to make the most of every moment. When I look at her sometimes I cry as I see this absolute beauty in her gray hair and wrinkles..her frailness but yet strong spirit. Sometimes I just catch myself staring....I hope she knows how much I love her!