Mother's Day is Coming

I was out shopping last night when I overheard this conversation between a dad and his small daughter.

Dad: While strolling through the shoe department, “What should we get mom for Mother’s Day?"

Child: “I think she would really like some dark yellow shoes!"

Dad: “Now when have you ever seen mom wear dark yellow shoes?”

Child: “mmmm”

Dad: “I think you are the one who likes dark yellow shoes.”

Child: “I really do like dark yellow shoes and besides, mom will say she really likes them! She likes anything I get for her!”

This little conversation took me back to shopping with my aunt and my brother for a Christmas present for mom. I found what I thought was the most beautiful gold satin quilted robe (think shiny gold really warm robe!). While my aunt tried to gently dissuade me and I’m sure my bother tried to be completely practical about the choice, I simply could not be deterred and was adamant about getting mom this robe! OK couple of things you should know about my mom. First she never wears anything in the yellow color range. Second, in those days she was always hot; the kind of person who wore just a sweater outside in winter. And third, I don’t think I’ve ever seen the woman in satin. Now something you should know about me, if it’s shiny and gold, I’m going to love it!! So you might be able to see where this is going . . . or maybe not.

My mom wore that gold satin quilted robe until it fell apart. Now that is a mother’s love!!