Mom's Day

This is my Mom and me in 1968. I only knew her for one and a half years of my life. She died in a plane crash in 1974 which I didn't know about until I was 13 years old. I grew up without a Mom, although my father did try and give me three other of his wives as a replacement. 

So, how does one go about raising a son without the influence of a motherly figure? She treats him as she would have wanted to be treated while growing up. Was she perfect at it, no, but then who can be? The challenge is to come out the other side with your child wanting to spend time with you when they are an adult. 

My son and I celebrated Mother's Day with him coming for a visit this weekend. We did this and that...we talked...we walked...and we shared our gratitude for having one another. This is how I know I've successfully been a good Mom for him. 

As he continues to mature and make his way through life, I feel grateful to be able to watch him progress and achieve all that he desires. What else can a Mom ask for? <3