A Mother's Beatitudes

Blessed is the mother who understands her child, for she shall inherit a kingdom of memories.

Blessed is the mother who knows how to comfort, for she shall possess a child's devotion.

Blessed is the mother who guides by the paths of righteousness, for she shall be proud of her offsprings.

Blessed is the mother who is never shocked, for she shall receive confidence.

Blessed is the mother who teaches respect, for she shall be respected.

Blessed is the mother who emphasizes the good and minimizes the bad, for in like manner the child shall make evaluations.

Blessed is the mother who treats her child as she would be treated, for her home shall be filled with happiness.

Blessed is the mother who answers simply the startling questions, for she shall always be trusted.

Blessed is the mother who as character strong enough to withstand the thoughtless remarks and resentments of the growing child, for again, in due time, she shall be honoured.

Happy mother's day, mummy! i/we love you.

(though you'll never read this...)

nice shot by uncle ting kok! i think flowers make all girls look pretty, but i think my mummy's just pretty anyway.

Thanks 'ren for organising all the gifts and card, love you too for always being the thoughtful (and arty) one!

(and thanks aaron for buying the carnations for us, sorry you didn't have enough money left to buy flowers for your mum after that!)