Calla Lily; Zantedeschia aethiopica. A sign of love on this important day. For the woman who grew, birthed, and raised my best friend. For the woman who loved unconditionally, even when life was not easy on her. For the woman I see in each of the women in our family. For the jokes, love of cooking, and mannerisms the three sisters shared. For the way my own sister smiles with a twinkle in her eye. For the way I find myself exuding warmth and sharing a simple conversation with a stranger in line at the store. For the bond I see in my own daughters. For the heart I see inside of my cousin, her daughter, whose love flows as strong as a river-as deep as the oceans. Whose eyes, hands, hips, and toes mirror her own Mamas. For a life taken too soon. For those whose Mothers are watching from the stars. I love you, I love you, I love you. My hope for you is to see the love inside of you, and all around you. A Mothers love. -JL
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