MOTHERHOOD

I Have Hopes for Today

As a mother, happiness is one of the things that I want my daughter to experience.

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The word hardworking is one of many words that describe my teenage daughter. She gives her all with her responsibilities and those things she is dedicated to accomplishing. I am extremely proud of my daughter.

As a student, she has developed such a high level of confidence that has led her to grow to become a totally independent and self-motivated learner. I classify her as a very good student.

At home, I call my daughter the laundry queen because this is a task that she diligently does without complaint. I actually think that she enjoys this responsibility.

My daughter is totally dedicated to her sport. She trains five to six days a week and puts her heart into this activity.

Most importantly, my daughter loves spending time with her friends. She has been blessed with a group of kind friends. As a mother, that makes me extremely happy.

I awakened early this morning and am thinking about how my daughter will spend this beautiful day. Friends will fill her entire day today as she practices with them, spends a lot of time with them, and celebrates with them. I want it to be a wonderful day. In fact…

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Dr. Deborah M. Vereen-Family Engagement Influencer
A Parent Is Born

Retired principal and professor who writes about motherhood, parents, education, positive school partnerships, Christianity, relationships, and family