My son called me to sound off about the frustrating day he was having. I was unable to help him, but I was reminded of the comfort of having a parent to call. I did not say much, but I listened and assured him it will get better. After I hung up I was wishing that I had a mother to call. I have felt so alone the last couple of years and I wished there was a 1-800 number to call for mothers in heaven. It would be comforting to know there was someone to listen to my own frustrations and anxiety.
My husband always gives me the phone when the kids call. He says they want their mother. I always smile, as they are adults now, yet they still find great comfort in telling me all their worries. I guess there is comfort in knowing we have someone that will listen to us and love us unconditionally. It is sad when we reach the point in life when we pick up the phone and realize that no mother is going to answer. There is no one there to heal our wounds, give us advice, or listen to us when we are excited about life.
No matter how many friends we have, they can not replace the comfort of having a mother. If I could choose one good memory from my mother, it would be her voice saying hello. I have cried myself to sleep many nights over the past three years just wanting one call to ease my pain. One last call to hear her say, "I love you."
Cherish every call with your mother and consider yourself the lucky one if she is there on the other end to listen.
Happy Birthday to my mother and mother-in-law in heaven. Your December birthdays are not forgotten.
Life is beautiful !!
Elizabeth
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