Daughter Bear

Mom always jokes that whenever any of her kids is in trouble her "mother bear" side comes out. During our last few phone calls she's told me about some things she's dealing with, social problems that bring her pain, and I feel my "daughter bear" side coming out. I wish everyone could see her the way I do. I wish women were a little less critical. I wish she could be a little more confident in herself so she were less vulnerable to the kinds of hurtful comments she receives sometimes - even from her friends!

The frustrating thing is that I don't know how to help her. I even feel a little smothered because she calls so often ... maybe because ours is the best friendship she has. She's certainly my best friend. We always know we're safe with each other and that is a breath of fresh air sometimes when either of us is struggling.

It's all I can do to keep myself from writing scathing blogs that I know certain women who have hurt her will read. I did write one, and quickly deleted it and replaced it with a much kinder version of the same topic. It's just hard to see someone you love and appreciate so much be treated badly. And I know that next month when I become a mommy I'll begin my journey to really understand what that means. :) I'm so excited to feel that kind of love. I think it will change my relationship with God.