inspiring moms

I saw this commercial today and just started to sob. It really touched me. It gave me some hope. Something that I must admit I have lost in the last few weeks. I thought I would share.
I want to thank all the moms in my life. The mothers that have supported me and lifted me up. The friends who have called and have left messages, and who hurt right along with me.
I am in awe of the mothers of special needs kids. You are inspiring! You have learned unconditional love, patience, long suffering, joy in the small moments, strength, charity and courage. Lessons that I am trying to understand, and wishing I could learn some other way : ) Thank you for reaching out to my family. It is so nice to talk to someone who actually understands. We are in a group no one wants to belong to, and yet I feel that I am in the company of giants.
To Lila's second mom, Kelli. Thank you for always helping us, for supporting me and for making this some what bearable. I would be lost without you. Thanks for showing me how to be a great mom for the last 10 years!
And finally to my mom. Thank you for still believing in me and for always, with unwavering faith, believing in Lila. You are inspiring. I know this hasn't been easy for you. It's hard to watch your kids hurt, but you are amazing. Thank you for being such a great mom! I am blessed. I rely on your faith. You and Lila are kindred spirits. I feel so blessed to know both of you.
As my first mothers day approaches I am a little saddened that it is not what I pictured, but I wouldn't give it up. Lila, I love being your mom. You bring me so much joy. You are my biggest teacher and my greatest achievement. I am awed by your strength and patience and great attitude. I feel honored you chose me, that you let me take this path with you. I don't know what the future holds (my biggest frustration!!) but as your daddy always says, it doesn't matter, I have you and I have daddy. Thank you for giving me the greatest gift, Thank you for making me a mother.