For Mother's Day I had the opportunity to visit my family down in southeastern Kentucky. I just love Kentucky, especially spring in Kentucky, it is so beautiful!!! The mountains of southeastern Kentucky did not let me down...as they were lined with beautiful flowering trees! The smell was so sweet...the skies so blue...everything was so peaceful.
While there I had the unique opporunity of attending Mother's Day services with my Grandmother, who is 94 years old. She is always honored at her church on Mother's Day for being the oldest Mother. It excited me to be able to witness this great recognition. It was so sweet...everyone in the congregation knew she would receive the award so when the Pastor said, "Next we will honor the oldest Mother," everyone's eyes focused on her. He said Sister Rowe...just how old are you...would you like to share that with everyone? Her comment was classic, being the vain little woman that she is, she said, "Well, I just can't remember." Then I responded to her by saying, "Now Mamaw are you sure?" she slapped my wrist! I laughed so hard I could hardly stand it. Finally my Aunt said she will be 95 in August. My Grandmother gave her the meanest look. I loved it! Every time I think about that moment, I crack up.
I also got to spend time with my Mother on Mother's Day. I took her shopping, bought her lunch and some flowers. She was so happy. My sister showed up to go shopping with us and we just really enjoyed each other.
During my visit I also visited with a couple of high school friends, did a little hiking and four-wheeling...and went to dinner. It is so pleasant to go home to visit where you actually know people and their history. I have currently lived in the Greater Cincinnati area for over 15 years and I rarely see anyone I know when I am grocery shopping or just shopping for enjoyment. I guess sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name...and they are awfully glad you came!
I hope everyone out there who reads this has a hometown like mine, where it is fun to visit and enjoy good, long time friends and family who make you feel special. I guess I am very blessed.
