Mother's Day is quickly approaching, and I've taken a few moments today to reflect on my amazing Mom. So here's my Mother's Day letter to you Mutz!
Dear Mom (And everyone's favorite Mutz!),
Before you start with that whole, "You give me too much credit" line that you love to tell me, please read each word and allow yourself to be given the credit that you very much so deserve.
You have been our absolute rock throughout Dad's cancer journey- one that we were told would be short lived, with you telling each and every doctor "not us, we are going to beat this." You had faith in this journey far before I could ever see it. You had faith in this process, and each time life looked far too difficult for us to travel, you managed to guide us, one step at a time.
Your strength each and every day shines through with even the smallest of tasks. You've quickly learned how to take care of the yard & pool, and you continue to do these things and include Dad as much as he can be included- because you want to make sure he sees his purpose here. You are so patient with us all, including Dad, as you have taken our "new normal" and used it to make life even better.
Thinking through every day life, I can't imagine what we would do without you holding it all together. You're one of the most reliable people I know, reminding us each day that we should strive to be exactly like that.
Your love for your family can be seen as you love, care, and spoil those three grand children you have. There is a reason why they love spending time with you, as you don't just spoil them with toys & chocolate (because that happens a lot too!), you spoil them even more with your love and attention.
You and I have a pretty special bond- one that many will never truly understand. I watched at a very young age as you cared and loved your mother during her cancer journey. And the older I got, the more I realized the sacrifices you made to be with her- the more I realized what an incredible daughter and caregiver you truly were. Granny was so very lucky to have you there with her throughout it all. And I've taken those learning moments from when I was very young and used them throughout Dad's cancer journey.
We've sat on the couch and cried many nights while Dad got ready for bed, always reminding ourselves that we can cry to each other, but never to Dad. You taught me how to stay positive in some of our darkest moments. We relied on one another for doctor appointments and medical bills- as we tried to figure out Medicare and this whole world of Oncology. We relied on one another to just get by some days.
So this Mother's Day- and really every day- I hope you are reminded of how much you are loved, cared, and looked up to in so many ways. We are all so blessed to call you Mom.
Much Love, Your Favorite Daughter :)
Whitney
