Happy Mother’s Day to my mom whom since day 1 of my conception took good care of me until I was born and finally lead me to where I am now. And to all mother’s out there, this is the most special day to honor all of you!

From Wikipedia, Mother’s day is an annual holiday that recognizes mothers, motherhood and maternal bonds in general, as well the positive contributions that they make to society.

Motherhood is the best thing for me, I never realized how special and heroic all my mom’s sacrifices for me before until I myself get to taste the stage of motherhood. It is a special responsibility that each mother portrays uniquely and by instinct… I always love to hear my friends’ different stories who are now parents how they care and support their kids. I learned from them, and most especially I learned from my mom who showed me one of the best example of motherhood.

A mother does not only care for her kids but also to the father of her kids… this for me is the essence to perfect motherhood because when my little daughter sees how her dad and I bond and take care of each other, I see in her eyes how lovable she is and how sweetly she expressed that love to both of us too, and from there I can say that it is my first step to lead her to respect me as her mom.

Happy Mother’s day great Moms!

I believe my mom is happy for the simple gestures that we all showed to her on her birthday. A special occasion like this need not to be extravagant in order to be happy… the thoughts and the efforts count. Happy Birthday Mom!

My Dear Mom!
Mom, I loved you yesterday, I love you tomorrow and everyday.
You were there for me my first day of school, to hold my hand and give me courage to go.
You listened to me when I needed to talk, you talked to me when I needed to listen.
You let me grow and learn from my own mistakes.
You never left my side when I was feeling down, I knew you would be there to pick me up.
I wish there was a way I could repay all the things you have done for me, but there’s nothing great enough to repay the greatest mother of all.
- Anonymous

I highlighted 3 spontaneous activities for this special occasion of mothers:

im fine with no flowers.. the bottle of champagne is sweeter

First, when the clock strikes 12 mn and luckily I am still awake because I am watching a movie in our room, my hubby surprised me with a bottle of champagne in bed and greeted me a “Happy Mother’s Day!”. And we drink until I got drunk and finished 2 movies… haha! … I am so touched.

Secondly, even I still have my hang over, I manage to fetch my parents and siblings in the province and without minding the exact time when will the mass start, we all go to the Cathedral and hear the next mass, it is such a beautiful church. What is special to this visit also is to see and say a prayer in the Holy Door since it’s just recently opened, and it just make me realize how I need to review my Religion lesson and get the whole story of why this Holy Door is very significant to the Catholic Church, and honestly it is my first time to visit it.

And the third one is where to dine? They all leave the decision to me and I lead the way… I just ask my hubby to drive while I’m still thinking where to go, I wanted something different and not the usual fine dining in our fave restaurants. Alas! I thought of bringing them to a barbeque picnic in a nice plaza under the beautiful bridge in Mactan, Cebu, we just buy the foods and drinks along the way and eat in one of the cottages overlooking the sea… such a beautiful experience because my parents and my sisters haven’t gone to the place yet and they were simply amazed.

Such a perfect occasion and this is the best “Mother’s Day” I have. For all mothers out there I believe you have also your best experience of this special occasion… how beautiful it is to be treated special by our children even just for this day.

Happy Mother’s Day!

“The miracle of Life nurtured by a woman who gave us love and sacrifice… MOTHER.” - Joel Barquez