Hi friends,
Mother’s Day carries a lot.
For some of us, it’s full of celebration. Brunches, handwritten notes, flowers from the store, coffee in bed, no dishes to clean (maybe), and warm, tender hugs.
But for many of us, Mother’s Day is a sharp reminder of what we’ve lost — or what we yearn for.
Some of us are missing our mothers for the first time, ever.
Others of us are missing mothers for the 10th, 15th, or 20th year in a row.
Some of us are feeling the sting of longing to become a mother.
Some of us are grieving the strained relationships we have with our mothers.
If this day carries weight that feels too heavy to hold, I’m writing to you today.
I’m writing to remind you that grief, in its many complex forms, pops up at the least convenient times. So, give yourself space and preparation in your heart as we approach Mother’s Day.
Be thoughtful in the plans you make. Give yourself room to feel, mourn, ache, and remember.
With love,
Jen