To most people, Mother’s Day is a joyful celebration, but my heart aches for those who struggle during this holiday. This day can be exceptionally hard on those who are hurting and grieving. I know this pain all too well, which is one reason why I sympathize so deeply.
There are women who long to conceive and carry a child, but this day is a reminder that your womb is empty. Don’t lose hope! I’m going to tell you exactly what you don’t want to hear. I know, because I DID NOT want to hear it almost 6 years ago myself. Be patient and faithful in the plans that God has for your life. We always think we know what is best for ourselves and our family, but I will always put my trust in God to lead the way. The timing is usually all wrong and the process of the valley you are walking through is usually more important than the end result. Just know that I love and celebrate you on this day as a woman, and not because you can carry a baby in your womb. You are strong and brave. Infertility sucks. The whole process of not knowing……sucks!
To the woman who has had to bury a child…… I can not fathom the pain. I celebrate you because the scar on your heart represents the love of a child who was welcomed into heaven’s gates sooner than anyone could have imagined. I know you are grieving, Mama. I celebrate you because it takes so much bravery to bury your child. There is not enough “I’m sorries” in the world to make the pain tolerable. To the woman who lost your baby before you even got to know him or her……well that just sucks. I celebrate you because even though your baby left your womb far too early in pregnancy, you are still a mom. After suffering 3 unexplained miscarriages, I was left with so many “what ifs” and ideas about being a family of 4. I am so sorry for your loss.
To the woman who is going through a tedious adoption process, and is so desperate to meet or hold her child, I celebrate you. Adoption is such an amazing process that many of my friends have gone through. It is not for the faint of heart, but oh so rewarding. I pray that you are connected with your little one soon.
To the woman who is a foster parent, I celebrate you. We desperately need more hearts like yours to step up and take in children until they can find a forever home.
To the woman is missing their own mother this Mother’s Day, I am so sorry your mama is gone. I know it must be hard carrying on life without her support, wisdom and phone calls. I am sorry you can’t share this day with her and tell her how much you love her.
On this Mother’s Day, I celebrate you and empathize with you. I want you to know that are not alone and you pain is not forgotten. To the woman who is struggling to make it through Mother’s Day, I’m thinking of you and sending you hugs.
So on this day, I choose to celebrate all women. You can be a mom, sister, aunt, friend, grandmother, spiritual mentor, etc. It takes a village and I celebrate you for reaching out and loving on your neighbor. This world is tough and the only way we can make is through is with love and kindness.
From my heart to yours,
Sandra
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