My mother was an amazing woman. She was the type of person who believed in her 3 sons and challenged us to do (and be) more than we thought was possible. Mom was our biggest advocate, best friend and harshest critic. She refused to let us settle for a life that was less than spectacular even though we grew up in a less-than-optimal (and certainly not economically prosperous) environment. She instilled in us the importance of family. Because of Mom, my two brothers and I share relationships that are deep and meaningful.
Mom died 9 years ago today. The world was robbed of a beautiful, strong woman by breast cancer. Mom got to see my older brother marry, but she never had the chance to be the wonderful grandmother that I am certain she would have been. With 3 boys, she would have been tying pink ribbons in the hair of her 3 granddaughters just because she could. Mom never got to meet my wife or my younger brother's wife. Mom always said that we would "marry up", and I know that she would approve of our catches. All 3 of us did quite well for ourselves, thank you very much!
9 years after Mom's death, I am struck by the fact that breast cancer has yet to be erradicated. The number of amazing women who have died at the hands of this disease sickens me. The number of families that have gaping holes in them saddens me. To honor Mom's life, Hinutech will match any donations (up to a limit of course!) made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation in Mom's name through the end of the day, December 17, 2008. Click here to donate.
We miss you, Momma.
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