I just wanted to write a quick dedicatory blog post to our mom and all that she has done for us. I know that when we were children we thought we were overworked and grounded too much (or was that just me....) but I know that I have learned so much from the teachings and great example of our mom. She has such a strong and persevering personality. She is so full of love and is ready and willing to help out where and when she can. She has her weird side (don't we all) and she makes us laugh. And most of all, she has worked her butt off for a really long time raising us all. And she's done a heck of a job. I mean look at us. The Bean family rocks. So, to our mom thank you so much. We love you!
THE BEANS!!!
Additionally, recognition should go to all those moms out there. Such as my sisters who raise crazy children. You guys are awesome. And also to my most amazing of mother-in-laws, Mom Rinker, you raised a heck of a daughter. Check out the Mike and Liz blog for the real thanks to Mom Rinker.
Seriously, Mom is amazing.
ReplyDeleteAs you know, we are pregnant and Hayley has been fantastically sick the last couple of weeks (and will be for a couple of months). Hayley hasn't been able to watch the kids at all. We didn't know what to do, so we scoped out some local day cares. We knew it would cost a lot, but we didn't think that we had any other option.
Then, without hesitation, Mom offered to watch the kids . . . everyday . . . all day. She didn't want them going to a day care where they wouldn't get the love and attention they need. Not only has Mom saved us extraordinary amounts of money, I know that my kids have been loved and nurtured.
Thanks mom, we love you so much.
How amazing that someone could be such a good mom coming from the background that she did. What a good example that you can rise above your past and become someone wonderful. yeah it sucked at the time when we had all the work to do but I have been so blessed that I was taught to work and work hard. Thanks for being an amazing grandma to my kids. They love you so much and so do I. Thanks mom for pointing me in the right direction to lead a good life. I love you!!
ReplyDeleteI love my Mom. When I was sick and crying on the bathroom floor for hours all I wanted was mommy.
ReplyDeleteI love you all with all my heart. Thanks for being my children. I'm so proud of everyone of you, and I'm afraid I'm a bit of a bragert. Thanks for your love, Mom
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