But I do see a problem when girls decide there are more important things to accomplish before, or in lieu of, marriage and children. I am not writing of the fifties mindset that the woman is supposed to marry and shrink under the shadows of men. But I do think marriage and family are becoming less and less admirable. I’ve heard girls say they may get married in this life, but that it is less important than… let’s say those pandas. Now, Mother Teresa was never married and didn’t

Bobbylee Anderson has, alongside with my dad, done more for me than anyone else in this world. She is one of the most selfless people I know. For over a month, she spent every day she had off of work at court. From 9-5 she sat through a trial for the son of a woman in the ward she wasn’t particularly close to. I still remember a time that I called her on a Saturday and asked what she’d done and what her plans were for the rest of the day. She’d said that she’d helped a girl in the ward with something, gone to one of my brother’s games, had a presidency meeting, and was going to sew curtains for her niece’s new bedroom. Nothing for herself, only others.
On a bad day, there is no one I’d rather call. When I have exciting news, there’s no one who shares the e

She’ll listen to me rant and follow all the tangents I take. She doesn’t try to control my life now that I am of the age to make my own decisions, and never has. I tell her the things I’ve decided and she tells me what she thinks. But if I need advice, I always go to her and am always helped. When I’m wrong, she’s the only right I’ll see. She has a strength and a testimony unlike any I’ve ever seen. She loves me in a way no one else in this world does. She loves me despite how well she knows me, despite all the weaknesses I’m sure she’s seen. And yet, I feel as if she sees good things in me I’m not aware of, strengths only the love of a mother can detect.
And I know everyone feels this deeply about their own mother. Who could feel otherwise about a woman who wants nothing other than their happiness? So I call for the realization of the ideal role model—our own mothers. And for the respect and awe for the sacred calling of mother.
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Morgan! That was very touching! I want to get to know your mother now! I could use some new curtains.
Morgan! I heart you. You are amazing. That whole thing at the beginning of your post about wanting to be successful is truly amazing. That is totally how I feel. If have a career, great...if I get married and have a family even better. Being a mother is the most important thing there is. I hope you have an amazing weekend.
I think your mom could beat up my mom.
Morgan! I loved your post about your Mother. I love mine very dearly as well. Somehow Moms always know how to mend wounds, heal hearts, uplift, encourage, support, and give words of wisdom. As women, we can make a difference in the world in so many ways. But, I agree that there is no better call, at least that I would want to have, then to bring children into this world and help them grow to reach their greatest potential. Mothers have such an impact. Sorry for such a long comment. haha
But...can she make good grilled cheese?
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