May is the month to acknowledge Mothers. The second Sunday of May is set aside for this purpose. A lucky few of our members can visit, present gifts and entertain their mothers on Mothers’ Day. Most of our membership has lost their mother. This is the natural outcome of aging. We still cherish them and honor their memory, though, and have come to realize and appreciate the sacrifices they made for our benefit.
If you have daughters (or daughters-in-law) who embrace children and family life, you can honor them. They are the family glue. And they are the nannies, the planners, the carpoolers, the housekeepers, the cooks, the gardeners, the peacekeepers, and the social secretaries of the family. Often, they are a wage earner. (These attributes apply to sons and sons-in-law too, but June is their month.) Praise your daughters for their hard work and congratulate their achievements.
There is another group that we can honor in May – the caregivers of our disabled veterans. They assist those who served. The challenges are unique and the caregiver role may last a lifetime. They are devoted to the well-being of our military heroes. Sacrifices in their careers and financial stability are gladly endured. They re-prioritize their personal ambitions, health, and goals to care for the injured and ill. Their service is an invaluable contribution to our Nation and those who wear the uniform. Let’s honor them, too.
Happy Mother’s Day to All!
