Mommy Market

Disclaimer: I understand that in this fallen world we live in, not everyone is blessed with a wonderful mother.  This is for those who have good moms, for those that are moms, and for those that have mother figures in their lives.  If you've never experienced the love of a mother, my heart breaks for you, and I pray that you will experience that love through Christ.

Growing up, my siblings and I used to watch a movie called "Mommy Market." I only remember bits and pieces, but the gist was the main characters decided they didn't want their own mom anymore, they needed a new one. So, they get to magically go to the "Mommy Market" where every type of mother is on display.  Each child (there were 3) got to pick a new mom to try out with their family dynamic.  The only mom I remember them trying out was in the circus, but there were mothers of all occupations and likings.  We always thought this movie was so cool...a whole warehouse full of any kind of mom you wanted..ones that wouldn't make you do chores, or yell at you..ones that gave you anything you every wanted...etc. I mean what kid wouldn't like to try a new mom on the right day? (ha what mom wouldn't give to have a "kid market" on the right day as well) In the end, the children realize that even though all of these moms are really cool, they just don't fit.  The "new" moms turn out disasterous because they aren't "their mom."  Isn't that what Mother's day is all about? Realizing and appreciating the woman in your life that is YOUR mom?

My mom may not run a circus (Thank God) and she's certainly whipped my butt a few times (well deserved I'm sure) and I have heard the word "no" plenty, but I wouldn't trade her in for anything...she just...fits.  There's something so tender and comforting about the word "mom" for me. It pierces to the heart of my soul and conjures up a well of emotion and feeling. One of my deepest desires is to be a mom because I've had such a good one.

I wanted to write something so beautiful today about moms, and what they mean, and how much I appreciate mine, and my mother-in-law (yah I got blessed with 2 great moms!) but how do you put down into words just what they mean to you?  How can you bottle up all the years of wiped noses, tears, laundry, meals, laughter, and lessons and do justice to the magnitude of your gratefulness? Sure, we try every year through cards and gifts, but I have yet to think of a way to manifest this deep feeling of admiration and love and physically allow her to feel it..to know what I truly feel. 

So as I was thinking about moms, and just how special they truly are, I thought about none other than the love of Christ. My heart is welling within as I type these thoughts. 
A mother's love begins before you enter the world. It starts before you even have a heartbeat.
A mother's love pours itself out for her children.
A mother's love wants only the best for her children, even if it means disciplining them sometimes. 
A mother is the picture of a servant..giving herself, her time, for her family.
A mother's love knows just what their child needs and just how to help.
A mother's love comforts, soothes, and teaches her child. 
A mother's love rejoices, laughs, and experiences life with their child. 
A mother's love forgives..reaching to thier child no matter what they have done, no matter who they are, and no matter how little love they get in return.
A mother's love offers grace.

What is a mother's love like? None other than the deepest, widest, longest, highest, unconditional love of Christ.  What a beautiful gift from God these mothers of ours. What an amazing reminder of His love for us. I can't help but weep tears of joy and thankfulness as I reflect on this wonderful thought.  Even in a dark and fallen world, Christ's light and love shines brightly whether we chose to believe in Him or not. The truth is Christ is right in front of us..taking care of us..crying with us..teaching us..and loving us..all in the form of that beautiful, amazing woman we call...mom.

Thank you to all the mother's and women who serve as mothers, for your love and your grace and your servant hearts. You'll never know the impact you truly have.  Have a beautiful, joyous, Mother's Day. 

Today it's finally all about you. :)

Love.