Happy Mother's Day

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there.

I don't just mean the biological or adoptive mothers. I'm talking about ALL the moms.

Maybe you're a foster mother, or a step- mother. Maybe you're a spiritual mother, or someone who is in a mentoring roll to others.

You are all mothers. Its not just about biology. It's about the heart.

I hope you all have a wonderful day. Find the precious moments that you can to cherish.

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