My days on Steemit dwindled recently, but I do have a valid excuse. My mom turned 50! While for most this is not out of the ordinary occurrence that would turn one’s word into chaos and disorder, for me, it did! My mom turned 50 and we made a BIG deal of it. We upset our routines, put projects on hold and survived on fast food all so that we could prep and plan a huge celebration in the name of the woman who has blessed the world with her presence for more than 50 years.
My mom is no ordinary mom, she’s super mom. No jokes. She fell pregnant with me when she was only 17 years old, she never got to finish school or follow a career of her choice. But she pulled it together, held it together and set the example for us all – while smiling. She is loved by many, appreciated by all. She deserved a celebration of a life time.
So, over the last two weeks my sister and I put our lives on hold and planned her party. This was the first real party she has ever had as an adult, and we wanted to make it HUGE. Which we did! Since my mom’s birthday is in July and because she absolutely loves Christmas, we went with a very trendy “Christmas in July” theme. We found the perfect venue in our home town and together with the venue’s events coordinator we brought Christmas to life, in July. It was beautiful!
From the décor to the food, everything was perfect. The atmosphere was lively and fires, Gluwein and Carols by candlelight set the mood for a fine afternoon and evening of entertainment as we spoilt my mom with love an appreciation. Cheese platters whet the appetites of the guest as they entered and the dining hall was a treasure trove of fine dining, crisp drinks and everything jolly.
My mom, as kind-hearted as she is, request that instead of bringing her gifts, that everyone bring a monetary donation which she would deliver to an orphanage which is close to her heart. We requested that each guest fill out a Christmas card with a message to the children at the orphanage. The cards were then sealed along with their donations and placed into Santa’s Mailbox for a safe delivery.
The evening was past socialising with the people in my mother’s life, all of which only had good and kind things to say about her. My mother is a patient person and she will go out of her way to help people. She is always happy to give a listening ear and she is known to stop what she is doing to put other people first. Keep a look out for a poem I wrote for my mom that describes her perfectly.
So, the late nights tackling my glue gun, putting together speeches and finalising menus is the reason why my days on Steemit have been so quiet recently. I have had something more important to do – I’ve been celebrating my mom!
Much love - @sweetpea
Thanks for sharing your story,,, she sure sounds like a super mom, I also wish her long life and prosperity.
Awe that is so kind of you, thank you!
WHAT a great way to celebrate her 50th birthday! Christmas in JULY! LOVE IT!
Reading this post made me realize.. I could be your mother! I will be turning 50 in September! Oh Goodness!
He he, so glad to know that Steemit is keeping our "moms" young at heart :) It really is such a lovely theme, it was more Christmassy than Christmas!
Awww. Happy big 50 to your mum. She is indeed a super Mum. For her to take in at the age of 17 and still pulled through. I celebrate her.
Thank you @kweenbrand, yes, she is an example of how we can all take responsibility and STILL make life wonderful for ourselves.
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What an amazing woman you were blessed with as a mother @sweetpea. I think much the same of my own mother... she too is a super mom.
I think it is so special that you all made such a huge fuss over her.... lots of family love there clearly... and that is something VERY special!!
Yay for super moms! Yup, there is nothing more special than a close family. While we often drive each other nuts, there's this silent agreement that we have each other's backs and we are always looking out for each other - my mom and dad set a great example of what family is all about.
Wish her the best of life :-)
Thank you @cookntell :)
Christmas in July! y'all must have had a blast.
Mom myst be super happy. 😊
She was very happy yes, glad we could make her day!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to your mom!
Thanks @thekittygirl :)
That is so sweet! Im sure she had a lovely birthday! ♥
Wow, congratulations and I wish her beautiful years ahead. Happy birthday to her