Cats, Dogs, and Mothers

Mother's Day returns this Sunday. Not having my own mother or grandmothers around anymore changes this day drastically. I can't express my appreciation to them in person or via phone anymore. Most of us don't appreciate our mothers enough until we really grow up.

In fact, children are like cats or dogs. Those who are like cats don't pay much attention to their mother's existence. If she were missing they'd notice their food supply dried up. But when she walks into the room, they continue with what they were doing, or leave even.

Others are like dogs. When their mom enters the room, they immediately respond in some way. If she leaves for awhile, they are glad when she returns. In fact, they make her feel like the center of their universe.

If your mom still resides on this earth, try giving her some puppy love for Mother's Day.