Y is for Yonder Year

We never know what the future may hold

at the beginning of a new year.

Almost a year ago I wrote about how it might be

the last Mother's Day I spend with my mother.

But, here she is, 

still fighting,

still living,

still going strong.

So one never knows...

All I know is that:

every day has to be treasured

even when she frustrates me to the point of screaming.

every moment has to be enjoyed

even when I get suddenly tearful thinking it might be the last.

every chance I have to tell her I love her has to be used

because I want her always to know that I do.

and,

every second I have to give thanks to God

for just another opportunity to spend with her.