Mom

My mom had back surgery today. And I just need to talk about it.
I am very upset I couldn't be there when she went into the hospital. I have been upset that she is all alone without any family around to help her. I was mad at my Dad for putting her in Columbus and then divorcing her and leaving her with no family around to help her. However, things happen and as soon as I was mad, I got over it. I am really appreciative my SIL, Teri could be with her. Teri is another awesome woman that I will have to blog about at another day. She is an understated force to be reckoned with. That's what I will say for now about Teri.
I've been very weepy concerning my mom lately. I love her so much. We have had a rocky road growing up. Her and I didn't get a long very well for a very long time. I could go into it, but choose not to. As an adult, my relationship with her has really improved. Maybe it's b/c I had to mature to appreciate her, maybe the things she has gone through over the years has made her more vulnerable and reachable-I don't know. I just know that I love her. I have finally felt that I have a mom that I can rely on and confide in. She has helped me many times over the last 5+ years when I didn't know where else to turn. She was always there when I had each one of my babies. She helped me move into my house in TX when I was 8 months prego with Gabriel. She would come watch my kiddos when I had to work and Gary wasn't around. She showers my children with love, presents, fun outings, and loads of kisses she calls "sugar". The boys LOVE their "sugar" from Grandma! I want the best for her. I want her to be happy, healthy, and well. She is a wonderful mother and Grandma. I pray that she will recover quickly from her surgery and be able to live a happy full life that she desperately needs and wants.