Mother’s Day is coming, what are you doing for your mom? Sharron Gibson this article is for you!

BY LA SHAWNA GRIFFITH

Mother’s Day; it is the day we celebrate the mother figures in our lives, which have shaped us into the person we are today.

As I sit here on my computer writing this article, I begin to think of my mother Sharron Gibson. A Barbadian born resilient woman who taught me from an early age to never be afraid to pursue my dreams?

I remember when I started doing poetry performances my mother had a small digital camera that she would take to the performance and sit in the front row to take a photograph of me. She would tell everyone who was in earshot that, “That is my daughter,” with the biggest smile on her face.

Those moments are moments that I cherish not only on days like Mother’s Day, which is celebrated in Barbados on May 9^th but every single day of the week. Strong mothers are the backbones of our society as they shape the norms and values that we are taught as children.

As I reflect on the experiences that I have had with my mother I cannot help but think of the children in the world who do not have a mom to love and nurture them, read them a bedtime story or kiss them goodnight.

I think about the children whose home is dysfunctional, and the idea of a parent supporting them in their dreams is nothing short of a utopian dream.

I guess I can say that I am lucky to have my mother who is the most selfless person I know. She gives without expecting anything in return and has always told me that, “If I can help someone, help him or her.”

That is something that has been engraved in my mind, and it still is because I believe that we all must be our brother’s keeper especially now in a time where there is so much uncertainty.

With all that is happening, does it not make you think about your mother a bit more? Do you hug her a bit tighter at night? Do you kiss her and tell her how much you appreciate her bringing you into this world?

Or do you take her for granted?

If you take your mom for granted, I suggest not waiting till Mother’s Day to plan a big celebration to show her that you care. Show her that you care every day with small tokens of appreciation.

I know you are reading this like, what am I doing for my mom for Mother’s Day?

Well, it is a secret. I am kidding . I will let her know how much she means to me, cook her a nice meal, and hug her tighter because, with all that is happening in the world as of late, I have to love those who have been there for me through all of life’s obstacles.

So, mom (Sharron Gibson) this article is for you.