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  A Mother’s Wisdom MOTHERS By Diane Braun, May 8, 2018 – When asked to name the one person who was their strongest supporter, loved them unconditionally and influenced them the most, the majority of people would name their mother. The maternal bond is strong, and for those of us who grew up with a woman who was tough on us for no other reason than to make US tough enough to handle life’s experiences, we realize (perhaps too late) that all past Mother’s Days should have been spent expressing love and gratitude with words rather than gifts. According to a Fundivo survey in 2016, eight out of ten Americans planned to celebrate Mother’s Day, spending over $21 billion dollars on the holiday. I can remember drawing pictures, making cards, buying flowers and candy for my mom over the years. My mom was always appreciative and returned the favor when I became a mom. She was a first generation American, born to Polish and Ukrainian immigrants who came to this country in the early 1900s. Her...
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WORDS OF WISDOM FROM MY MOM

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  Words of wisdom from my mom The great nuggets of advice, sayings, and rules to live by that we can still hear our moms saying — sometimes over and over. (It turns out, we were listening!) by:  Jessica Kelmon   |  Updated: May 8, 2020   Print article In honor of Mother’s Day, GreatSchools staffers and readers are sharing the mom-isms, the wise words, and the oft-repeated sayings our moms used to impart wisdom when we were kids. Thanks for shaping our minds, setting us straight, and helping us navigate the world, Mom. Happy Mother’s Day! Carol’s mom: “The world rewards the bold.” Jessica’s mom: “You can’t hate people, you can only greatly dislike them.” Chris’ mom: “It’s just money.” Kate’s mom: “Never trust a man who doesn’t wear a watch, because he has nowhere he has to be.” Mindy’s mom: “The only person who can make you feel guilty is you.” Connie’s mom: “Treat ‘em mean and keep ‘em keen.” Tajalli’s mom: “Treat others the way you want to be treated — especial...
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WORDS OF WISDOM FROM OUR MOMS

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  Words of Wisdom from Mom The best advice undoubtedly comes from mom. Her life experience and infinite wisdom on  relationships ,  work , and everything in between is priceless. So in honor of Mother’s Day, we’ve collected the best batch of perspective from mommy dearest. Mom, consider this our collective thank you for raising us right.    RELATIONSHIPS “Kill ’em with kindness.” – Matt D.   “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” – Chelsea S.   “You know he’s the one when you feel that you want to be with him more than with your family.” – Rachel H.   “It never hurts to ask.” – Sonia A.   “If a friend is dating someone you don’t like, be diplomatic when sharing your opinion (unless it’s an abusive relationship—then be kind but direct). If he or she ends up marrying that person, your friendship may suffer because you’re the friend who doesn’t like his/her spouse.” – Christine W.   “If you can’t say something...
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WISDOM FOR MOTHERS FROM 11 WOMEN OF FAITH SERMON-05-14-23 MOTHER'S DAY WITH MINISTER HAROLD

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  Intro with movers and shakers around the world born of women Presidents of USA, Russia, England, Germany, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone Former Presidents- Trump, Obama, Rawlings  Kings and Chiefs- Otumfour of Ghana, Botswana King, Naija Kings       Local Leaders- Major of Las Vegas, Governor of Nevada State Motherhood does not have a manual to work with but there is the Bible, Prayers and People with experience. Personal Classification on Daily Wisdom Biological Moms and Adopted Moms. Actual and Potentials Intro to 15 types of Mothers 1. Zen -Less Talk and Calm 2. Free Range 3. Whiny Mom-Glass half empty 4.Phone Mom/Social Media Mom 5.Breast Feeding Mom---- Questions the one one using Formulas to feed the child 6.Career Mom-Questions Stay home mom of wasting Potentials 7.Work Out Mom 8. Frenemy Mom- Does everything including paying of bills and making children look like they are in middle school. 9. Perfect Mother- Intentional Impressionist, Like Clean...
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