For several decades the term "Supermom" has been used to refer to the enormous weight of responsibility placed on Mom. This term generally refers to her ability to balance the many tasks that raising a family involves. The term actually was intended to call attention to the fact that Mom is a vital task doer in the family and should be appreciated and I completely agree.
However, "Supermom" should also be used to recognize and appreciate the God given qualities that Mom brings to the family. God has blessed Moms with a powerful gift to shape and impact her children for life. Winston Churchill once said that he was the man he was because of the influence of his Mom. Abraham Lincoln credits his step mother with instilling in him a desire to learn. It's true that the hand that rocks the cradle truly does rule the world.
Mom's constant love, commitment, support, and encouragement plant a sense of value and worth deep in the heart of a child. This deposit carries that child through life. Mom's love creates a sense of well being and belonging that makes a child feel whole and valuable. The absence of that sends a person on a lifelong quest to fill that void and fills them with doubts about their worth as a person. The lack of Mom's love makes it difficult to give and receive love. Who could assign a value to the hugs, kisses, and lessons taught and role modeled by Mom? Priceless!
Mom is so much more than a multi- tasker. Mom is a person gifted by God with a powerful gift of love to pour into her children to help them enter life whole and ready to face the obstacles they will face. Moms, don't get so caught up in all the tasks and responsibilities that you forget to do the most important thing...nurture your children. God has given you a special gift to give them.
Happy Mother's Day!
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