That Mother’s Day was one of many spent with our son, daughter-in-law and her family. It was a wonderful way to celebrate!

Our grandson, Alex, hadn’t yet turned 2. Oh, what a sweet little guy he was, happy and mischievous. He couldn’t do enough to let you know how much you loved him! (Yes, I said that right!)

In honor of the day, they gave me a beautiful hanging basket of flowers. Alex must have told me 100 times, with excitement shining through those sparkling eyes, that they were just from him to me!

As we made our way to the car at the end of the day, with my beautiful gift in hand, Alex stopped me and, with a big smile, handed me a twig he had picked up from the yard. Of course, I made a big deal about how lovely it was and how I would treasure it always.

Over time, the flowers in the basket passed beyond their expected lifespan and were tossed away.

Alex will soon turn 14 and I still have my precious twig!! One of the most cherished gifts I have ever received!

JAS

May 1, 2021