Unsung Hero

In the light of Mother’s Day I felt as if I needed to write something about my own mother, the unsung hero. I know how far away from you I may be at this moment, and how that distance won’t be getting shorter any time soon, but I know that I still feel your spirit of peace and comfort in my heart each and every day. Throughout my life, I can never recall a time where you haven’t been by my side, weather that may be spiritually, physically, or emotionally, I know I have been in your thoughts and prayers constantly. I greatly appreciate that.

Nonetheless, I have taken that for granted at times, and I sincerely regret that. You have been my true ally, the one that withstood the fiery darts of Hell for me, the one that I have shed numerous tears with, and the one that has carried me through countless challenges. When I felt alone, when it seemed as if a darkened of sorrow and isolation was about to collapse around me, you were the one that extended your hand and lifted me back up. You are my unsung hero.

I sincerely believe that God has given me the blessing to have you as my mother because he knew that there were few that could teach and guide a soul that is as stubborn and as lonely as mine. I know that the challenges you faced in your life were meant to teach you in order to lift up your children in a way that has made us leaps and bounds greater than anything we could have been without you. I know that God gave me the privilege to call you my mother, and gave me the opportunity to call myself your son.

The years may go by, and our relationship may change, but the memories and experiences we have had together will always remain in my heart. You have been my lighthouse, when the waves begin to crash against my vessel and I begin to sink, I know that I can always come back to the light that shines from your soul. You have not only taught me, but countless others around you. Your spirit brings people towards you. It’s a beautiful gift that you have that I think God gives to the ones he cherishes. You radiate with love and peace that drives people closer to you. Always remember the impact you have on others. Your path may be lonely, but leaders usually trailblaze alone. However, we forget to see the impact leaders have on others. Because of your hard work and sacrifice, you have created a trail that thousands will walk on because of your incredible example that you have left on this world.

Here’s to you, the unsung hero, my friend, my mother. I hope you know that you are always loved and never forgotten. When I’m alone, I always know who to come back to. I know I don’t say this enough but I hope you know that I love you. I love everything that you are. I love your humor, your sensitivity, and your love for your children. I love that I can always come back home, no matter how worthless I may feel at times, there’s always a home in your heart for me.