Lockdown 45

Lockdown Day 45 - 10 May 2020

Mother's Day began last night when I watched August Rush, one of my all time favourite movies. I was once again blown away by how a mother and father have that special bond with a child. No matter what happens in life, every child should have a parent who mirrors God's love for them. And no reason can justify the abuse of a child's love for its parent/s. The heart of a child is pure, created this way with intent. The definition of a mother is someone who imprints deep value of life, nurturing the heart with principles and building character. A mother's bond with her child is not rooted in genes or physical tissue. Social science and nature has proven this over and over. 

So today, I am giving a shout out to anyone who has mothered a child. And especially my Mother who is the kindest person I know with the biggest heart in this world. Thank you Mom for always being there and putting us first before yourself. Thank you for showing us who God is through your life and love. And thank you for praying for and supporting us in our lives as adults. May you be blessed! 

Another shout out is for my Mother in law with whom I have had a close relationship ever since I started dating my husband. Thank you Mom for always standing by your children and for accepting me and my family as your own. Thank you for praying for all of us, even now! 

Today I was unexpectedly surprised by my boys (one in Namibia and one here, thank goodness for whatsapp and google). They found a local cake shop who were baking cakes for delivery today, and ordered the most beautiful cheesecake slathered with the most delicious looking thick layer of cream (these people understand that a baked cheesecake needs LOTS of cream). It was packed in a box with a lovely card and ribbon around it. A New York baked cheesecake. My favourite!!! My boys, a tearful thank you for this wonderful lockdown surprise. I love you both more than words can express💖. 

Tonight I also want to give a shout out 

 to all Mothers who taught their children to  follow the music of their heart. 

After cheesecake and coffee I am going to watch the beautiful moon and listen to the heavenly rhythm of August Rush's Rhapsody. He wrote this musical masterpiece as a tribute to his parents. He said, "the music is all around you, all you have to do is listen". As a mother, my peace tonight lies in the perfect love of God. It is because He loves me that I can love. It is because He cares that I care for my own. And because He's got this I can face tomorrow. 

Below is the link for August Rush's Rhapsody. Enjoy! 

https://youtu.be/Ow0R7n94hzI