This is our Salute to Mother’s Post. I’ll have more on how we spent the day at a later time.
Live your faith by example and let your kids see you reading the Bible
God and church are always first – especially on Sunday morning
If you have only one child, they get spoiled; if you have two, they get disciplined; if you add a third, that one gets a free pass
When doing dishes, remember that they have more than one side
Children in Armenia are starving and I can help if I eat all my dinner
Being poor is no excuse for being dirty; that goes for houses, cars and people
If children are playing in a neighborhood, a mom can only hear her child yelling
Give God 10% right off the top, He’ll always provide
Be considerate of others at all times
If you use Pledge as an air freshener, there’s no need to actually clean
Money doesn’t grow on trees
If your friends jumped off a bridge would you?
Always give people the benefit of the doubt
Having holes in your jeans means you’re really poor; buying jeans with holes in them is just plain crazy
If your child doesn’t like their food, make them eat it, even after they’ve tried to make it inedible
Every penny counts so pick them up whenever you find one
Belts without buckles can be just as useful as belts with buckles
Cars break down if you touch them
What’s stopping you?
Windows should never have even the faintest streak in them
Respect your elders no matter what
Always have money in your savings account
Beets are not healthy for everyone – they actually make some people barf
You can have a lot of fun even if all you have is a large button and a piece of string
Tree climbing is for girls too (so is tag football)
The Buckeyes hail from THEE Ohio State University
Pots and pans didn’t come with black or brown marks on them, they’re not clean unless they shine like new
The best pizza comes in a Chef Boyardee box – with lots of toppings added
Always send a thank you note when someone does something nice for you
When all else fails (re/discipline for your children), change the locks
Chocolate is not a necessary food group (I beg to differ with that one 😊)
Be friendly and everywhere you go you’ll find friends
Never, ever, ever talk back
Always wear your class ring, because you never know when you will need to backhand your child
Do your job well, you owe it to your boss
O-H!! is a word that demands a response if someone yells it at you (I-O!!)
Don’t be afraid to talk to strangers, you never know what or who, you might have in common
All the animal names, what they’re called when in a group, and what the babies are called (i.e.-sheep, flock, lamb)
Soap is not a good flavor
If your child asks too many “Why?” questions, buy them a book
Don’t crack your gum when you chew, it’s uncouth
Reading is fundamental
Reading out loud with expression is necessary
A little decorating makes a house feel like a beautiful home
You probably don’t want Little Orphan Annie to come to your house to stay
If you scowl your face will freeze like that
Fruit for breakfast gets your blood sugar up for the day
Don’t stick your tongue or lips on anything frozen
Love makes the world go round
Wait till your father gets home
Don’t swear, even in your head, because moms know
If siblings are fighting, make them stand toe-to-toe and nose-to-nose until they stop; if that fails, buy them boxing gloves
Flinging applesauce at the dinner table is not a form of amusement, however, indoor mini-marshmallow fights are
Don’t talk with your mouth full
Close the door! Ya gonna heat the whole world? (or the variation – Were you born in a barn?)
Every Saturday is Spring cleaning day
It’s not cool to paint your stomach with fingernail polish especially when you’re supposed to be sleeping
As long as a color on your cookware isn’t rust, it’s ok
Never pass up a chance to keep your mouth shut
Sharing is fun
Feed the bums that show up at your door
What’s not to love about you?
Always take a map with you so you can find your way
You’ll understand when you’re older
What part of “No” don’t you understand?
Do not ever pick the neighbor’s prize roses, even if it’s an act of love
And the one most associated with great Moms everywhere – – –
Because I SAID SO!
Thank you for taking your God-given responsibility so seriously and teaching your children all these invaluable lessons for life! And thanks to all the siblings who took the time to contribute!
Love,
Blaine, Terri, Brian, Barb, David, Bruce, Donna, Lance, Kelli, Eric, & Sandy