Happy Mother’s Day to all of you mom’s out there. You know who you are. Whether you have children or not, many of you are a mom to someone…our pets, our nieces/nephews, friends, etc. You are important to many people. You are the “Heart of the Family!” I went and saw my mom in the Nursing home yesterday. She is 92 years old. My Dad passed away 12 years ago. Today would be their 71st Wedding Anniversary. She misses him so much! But like I told my mom yesterday, we still get to enjoy her company yet, and someday, she will be with Dad again. I love her so much!
Megan and Sarah were along as well. Yesterday was the Avera Breast Cancer Run/Walk. It has been a tradition for many of us in our family, starting many years ago with my sister-in-law Joni. We are part of the Pink Panthers team. Yesterday, the day for us was also for my sister Mary, recently diagnosed. We are all getting older…the health risk all go up. But, we can still be together as a family to support each other. That is a tradition my parents instilled in us, and we have been told many times from my mom how proud it makes her, and how happy it makes her, that we all get along, and truly care about each other.
There were over 8,000 people registered to participate in the event yesterday. I truly don’t know of anybody who can say they do not have a relative, or friend, that they have that has not been affected by breast cancer. We need to continue to support “the Heart of the Family”.
Also, to Sarah’s mom Twyla, to my daughter Molly, and especially to my Sarah…
…Happy Mother’s Day! As with yesterday, some runs are about pace. Some are about purpose. Today, I find myself grateful for all the women who carry strength into the lives around them–often more quietly that they realize. You are a mother to your kids…your nieces/nephews…your dogs…your friends. Don’t underestimate your importance, and the role of a “mother” to someone that you are a part of. To the world, you are a mom…but to each of your families, you are the world! The older I get, the more I realize how much of life’s strength comes from the women beside us. Thank you for all you do…not just today…but everyday! Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day of newest streak: # 802