Photo from www.abcnews.go.com
Even though she's a fictional character, another WONDERful mom comes to mind. Isabel Pullman is mother extraordinaire to 10 year old Auggie in the novel Wonder. I am currently reading this truly inspirational yet funny book with my kids at school. From the moment he was born, Auggie has proven that life is no walk in the park. Born with a facial deformity and a slew of other health problems, Auggie has not had an easy life. And that is truly an understatement. He had to have 27 surgeries so far in his young life. Just imagine being mom to Auggie (and his sister, Via) and having to balance marriage and life with all the stresses that go along with raising a child like Auggie. And this mom does it so well, with lots of love and patience.
As Mother's Day approaches, I am reminded about all the sacrifices moms make every day for their children...
Kevin Durant's emotional MVP speech this week was so touching; it brought tears to my eyes.
His heart-felt thanks to his mom for all she gave up for him and his siblings is a true testament to the important roles moms play. It was awesome to see how Kevin's sincere words brought his mother to tears. To get that acknowledgement and affirmation in front of the world, really, was something. All those hard years of sweat and tears had finally paid off. She did good. He did good too.
Even though she's a fictional character, another WONDERful mom comes to mind. Isabel Pullman is mother extraordinaire to 10 year old Auggie in the novel Wonder. I am currently reading this truly inspirational yet funny book with my kids at school. From the moment he was born, Auggie has proven that life is no walk in the park. Born with a facial deformity and a slew of other health problems, Auggie has not had an easy life. And that is truly an understatement. He had to have 27 surgeries so far in his young life. Just imagine being mom to Auggie (and his sister, Via) and having to balance marriage and life with all the stresses that go along with raising a child like Auggie. And this mom does it so well, with lots of love and patience.
I'm reminded of one poignant point in the novel. Auggie had had a terrible day at school. Middle school is already tough, but just imagine the additional baggage of trying to fit in with a deformed face. Auggie had a breakdown and was crying to his mom asking her why he was so ugly. As a mom myself, that just got to me. Knowing your child is hurting and knowing there is nothing you can do, or say, to fix the problem. But Isabel Pullman did what she knew how to do. She showered Auggie with love and kisses. Literally. She said, "Sweetness," a name she affectionately calls him, "you're not ugly." And then she kissed every part of his face, soothing and comforting him. Wow. Not sure I could have held it together if I were her.
You have to read this book!
And of course, I can't help but think of my own exceptional mom. One of my earliest memories of my mom is still so vivid to me. My mom had gone out of town for several days. I don't even remember why she left or where she had gone. But what I do remember is that she had picked me up from school that particular day. I didn't expect her, but when I saw her, I went running into her outstretched arms. It was awesome. I had missed her so much and was so happy she was back.
Moms are that way. They are always there. They know what to say and what to do, no matter the situation. Moms see you at your worst and are there to celebrate you at your best. They love unconditionally and ask for very little in return.
They are the real deal. Moms are the real MVPs.
No comments:
Post a Comment