A Letter of Love to My Son
by Michelle Mackin(54)Blogz.org Higher Level Blogging
Now that you are old enough to understand some things that you could not understand when you were younger, I thought you might appreciate this letter.
You see, when you were little, I provided for all your needs, not because I had to, but because I loved you.
When you were sick, I was there to care for you and nurse you back to health, not because I had to, but because I loved you.
When you dirtied your diapers, I changed you, not because I had to, but because I loved you.
When you were dirty, I bathed you, not because I had to, but because I loved you.
When you were in need of clothes, I would buy your clothes, even when it meant going without clothes for myself, not because I had to but because I loved you.
When you were learning to read, I read books to you, not because I had to read, but because I loved you.
When you were afraid, I would comfort you, not because I had to, but because I loved you.
When you were sad, I would cheer you up, not because I had to, but because I loved you.
When you wanted to play, I played with you, not because I had to, but because I loved you.
And I know you may not understand this, but when you were bad I scolded you, not because I had to, but because I loved you.
You see, my son, love is a choice and not a right or obligation. When you needed love, I loved you. Not because I had to, but because I wanted to.
I wanted to love you because you were God's gift to me.
I wanted to love you because you were flesh of my flesh.
I wanted to love you because you were beautiful and innocent and helpless.
I wanted to love you, just to love you, for who you were.
Through the years, my love for you has never diminished. It has not faded, or weakened. or faltered. My love for you has grown. Even if I don't show you that I love you in the same way I did when you were young.
So, know this my son... No matter where you go, no matter what you do, I will always love you. Not because of what you do for me. Not because of what I have to do for you. I will love you because I want to love you... for YOU. I'll always love you.
Article submitted Friday, January 15, 2010 & read 582 times.
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» left by Anonymous (195 days 13 hours ago.)
Nice article.MomRespond to this comment
» left by Michelle Mackin (195 days 11 hours ago.)
Thanks Mom,
This article applies to all three even through all of our mistakes, they are still priceless. I love and miss you.
Love Michelle
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» left by Mark Parsec from Blogz (195 days 10 hours ago.)
Hi Michelle,Thank you for posting this article. It reminds me of how much I love my children.Respond to this comment
» left by Michelle Mackin (193 days 16 hours ago.)
Hi Honey,
I know that you have stood beside me through the empty nest syndrome and much more. I appreciate and love you.
Love, Michelle
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» left by Marijo Phelps from mountain meadow (192 days 11 hours ago.)
Good focus and aptly made points - love is a choice and also a commitment! Enjoyed this Michelle. MarijoRespond to this comment
» left by Michelle Mackin (192 days 9 hours ago.)
Thanks Marijo,
I appreciate your comments. I love all my boys with all my heart.
Blessings, Michelle
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» left by Fran Larson(40) (172 days 8 hours ago.)
Michelle, this is so beautiful. I can tell you and your son have a very close relationship.Respond to this comment
» left by Michelle Mackin (171 days 14 hours ago.)
Thank you Fran,
This was a letter two all three of my sons. Now they are all grown and out of the house, I can see how much they really taught me.
Blessings,
Michelle
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» left by Anonymous (153 days 6 hours ago.)
What a great tribute to your son! Awesome!Respond to this comment
» left by Michelle Mackin(54) (152 days 18 hours ago.)
Thank you Anon,
This is actually written for all three of my sons. They are all grown and out of the house now, but they know that mom is just a phone call away. Then the visits are really special.
Blessings,
Michelle
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» left by Robert Greyeagle from the woods of east Texas (153 days 6 hours ago.)
The love you have for your son is heartwarming. Well written and effective.Respond to this comment
» left by Michelle Mackin(54) (152 days 18 hours ago.)
You're right Robert,
It is heartwarming to love my sons and for them to love me too. We have had our difficult times, yet through it all, we are all still close.
Blessings,
Michelle
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