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Today my mom is 72 - and what a class act she is.  You hear people sometimes say they have the best mom in the world - I really do.  She’s rare and exceptional and when she stands before God, will have some massive awards.  Her life hasn’t necessarily been a piece of cake - but she always stayed positive.  She encourages everyone - I’m not sure who encourages and builds her up.  Her kids love her - all four of us.  Anything good in our life is because of her, anything bad - it’s on us. 

My mom taught me to love the poor and suffering.  I remember as a little boy her feeding hobos.  I remember her teaching my Sunday School class.  I remember her singing solos in church, especially “I’ll Tell the World that I’m a Christian.” I remember her teaching us to sing - I never did learn!  She taught me to worship, taught me to love the poor, encouraged me to explore and think, never pulled me back from questioning, listened when I spoke, spoke when I needed it.  She gave me much as a child, but has given me just as much as a man in affirmation and encouragement.  Something about my mom little kids and adults alike flock to.  She is the most educated and exceptional of all of us - and we know it. 

So - what do I take from my mom - what is it that makes her stand out? 

1.  Her kindness and grace in dealing with everyone. 
2.  Her quick smile.
3.  Her attitude that never complains.
4.  Her love of books, music, and life.
5.  Her interest in all of us and what we are doing.

I am what I am because of her - how many of you - your mom made you?