All That A Mother Does and Doesn't Do

All that a mother does and doesn't do...

She picks up a crying baby when she wants to sleep.

She cleans up puke when she wants to throw up.

She goes to soccer when she'd love a pedicure.

She buys gogurts when she wants a gourmet meal.

She shows you how to dust when it'd be easier to do it herself.

She helps you with math when she desires a long hot bath.

She buys you new shoes when she wants new sandals.

She makes you hot dogs when she'd like to be served.

She asks you nicely when she wants to demand.

She says "please" when tempted to say, "Just do it!"

She picks up the phone when you call even if she's watching her favorite show.

She shows you how to cook even when you've seen her do it a thousand times but weren't paying attention.

She apologizes for mistakes when raising you although she'd rather forget them.

She tells you she loves you and how proud she is of you and doesn't take credit for her part in it.

She challenges you to be your best, but doesn't take over your life.

She points out your good qualities when you find none.

She says no when it's hard and yes when it's even harder.

But most of all, a mother loves you unconditionally.