Mommies

I really like this painting by Mary Cassatt.  It is entitled “Breakfast in Bed” and I feel that it is appropriate for today!

Mary Cassatt really fascinates me.  She depicts so many precious moments between mother and child.  This, in and of itself, is not so very interesting, but in the context of Cassatt’s life it seems more intriguing.  Cassatt is known to be a supporter of feminism who chose to devote herself to her career instead of settling down and having a family.

I cannot help but wonder why she chose to focus her career on the bond of mother and child.  Perhaps, this was her was of experiencing motherhood; or, maybe she was just fascinated with this magical relationship that is unlike any other.

I feel like I agree with Mary Cassatt.  I think we should celebrate motherhood and mothers.  Instead of viewing the role of a mother as something degrading, we should respect women who embrace the role of motherhood and ask ourselves: is there really something more important that a woman could be doing with her life?

This is my mommy before she was my mommy.  Isn’t she pretty?  I think so.  I am very blessed to have an amazing mother.  She works harder than just about anyone I know and has spent so much time caring for her children.  I could never pay her back for how much she has blessed me.

This is me with my mommy!  I love her!!  Sometimes I say things that sound just like her and then I think maybe they are right: every girl turns into her mother.  I hope so.

Happy Mother’s Day!

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