Families have been honoring mothers on a special day for centuries.[1] May it be ever so.

Father’s teach us how to love.

Mother’s show us how to be strong—and—how to love properly.

On this special day, I’m remembering my wife Debra. We’ve been a team for 32 years. If there’s one thing she has taught me, it’s how to persevere. If there’s another, it’s that she is ever so worthy of my perseverance!

Debra—you are a super mother. And, wife— I love you.

Your, Tim

Image: Chasing a dream named Debra!

(With Ace at Manzanita)

“The boy held no real hope of finding him, for his father had been hunting for many days.” (Chapter I)

The story opens with a boy in search of his father. But it is the boy’s mother whose strength and mettle ensures the boy has a fighting chance.

“Mirawami sensed bad tidings, but her strength of will concealed her fears from the boy.” (Chapter 6)

[1] See: http://www.history.com/topics/mothers-day