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60 Things I Love About My Mom

In honor of my mom turning 60 years old on February 5th I have written 60 things that I love about her.

1. My mom lives the gospel.
2. She taught me how to follow the prophet.
3. My mom loves to travel.
4. With each baby I had she took the time to be there.  And then stayed for at least a week following the birth to help me at home.  She even brought be breakfast in bed.
5. My mom always fulfills her calling.  I remember when she was Relief Society President she was gone on my 15th birthday at an Enrichment meeting.  I was a bit peeved about it.  But now when I think about it I am inspired by her ability to 100% fulfill her calling and show up for her fellow RS sisters.




6. She taught me how to cook.  We always had a vegetable on the plate.
7. She thoroughly adores her grandkids.
8. My mom can do hard things.
9. My mom is a RN which is no easy job.  I know her job is often stressful.  She's an amazing labor and delivery nurse.
10. She pushed me to become a nurse and I'm glad she did.




11. She likes to stay active.  When I was growing up she often played tennis and walked the lake.
12. Costco is one of her favorite places and she'll brave a Saturday crowd with no problem.
13. She's always down for a trip to Chick Fil a.
14.  She's fun.
15.  You introduced me to dark chocolate.
16.  She gives up her time to serve others.
17. She doesn't take herself too seriously.
18.  Taught me how to keep a house clean.
19.  Taught me to be organized.
20.  She's a great multitasker.




21.  She brought the gospel into our home.
22.  Because of her testimony I have a testimony of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
23.  She always took time to be with me.  For example, lunch dates to Maui Taco.
24.  My mom was willing to put me in activities like tennis, horseback riding, and piano.
25.  Growing up our home felt clean and comfortable.
26.  She's always trusted me. I had a lot of autonomy growing up.
27.  She kept me well dressed.  I always had some new clothes for school each year.
28.  My mom is always continuing her education through her work and CE classes.
29.  She diligently practices piano.
30.  Her favorite part of the brownie pan is the gooey middle.  That'll often be the first piece gone.





31.  My mom loves to explore new places.
32.  She's patient with family.
33.  She is generous towards her children.
34.  She keeps up with tradition.  There's never been a Christmas were the red Christmas vest hasn't made an appearance.
35.  Family history is important to her.
36.  She'll take the time to record family stories and upload them to familysearch.org.
37.  She stays hydrated with her Baja Fresh cup.
38.  She prefers Raisin Bran without too many raisins.
39.  Butter Pup is her furry grandchild and she's not afraid to admit it.
40.  She's a bit of a bottled water snob and that's okay.


41.  Always up for a Costa Vida lunch.
42.  She often forgets that her camera is on and we get a few extra minutes of random floor shots.
43.  When I was young she took me to a painting class with her and we learned how to paint plumeria flowers and leaves. That started my love of painting.
44.  My mom is a professional breastfeeding teacher.
45.  She rarely, if ever, yelled at us.
46.  My mom wears practical shoes, thus so do I.
47.  She handles bills and finances.
48.  I love that I'm her "clone".
49.  She gives the best baby baths.




50.  Chocolate milk is never is short supply around her.
51.  She calls me on the phone.
53.  She accepts my little quirks.
54.  My mom held my hand till I was too old to be holding my mom's hand.
55.  She'll go shopping with me.
56.  She always made me feel like I was good enough.
57.  My mom is genuine.  She doesn't pretend to me anyone but herself.
58.  She's my blog's #1 fan.
59.  She's as great of a grandma as she is a mom.
60.  She always made sure I knew I was loved.



I love you very much mom!









Comments

  1. There are so many good ones! Baja Fresh cup comment has to be my favorite, but the keeping her camera on too long and holding her hand for too long are pretty hilarious!

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