Chaplain prays for motherless children on Mother’s Day Published May 11, 2007 By Chaplain (Capt.) Dwayne Jones 88th Air Base Wing Chaplain WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- The Air Force as well as other military branches have mothers who are incredible, tenacious and super moms. The military mothers have to focus on the mission, to meet demanding suspenses, to stand ready to deploy anywhere in the world and to prepare to fight and possibility die on the battlefield if duty calls. In the midst of valor and bravery on the battlefield of life let us not lose focus on the uniqueness and sacredness of motherhood. Let's not take mothers for granted. We will commemorate and celebrate mothers all over the United States of America Sunday. Millions of mothers will receive beautiful flowers and elegant gifts. Millions of children will enjoy mother's laughter, company and love, which they should cherish. Even with all of the celebrations, Mother's Day is a difficult day for me. Not only me, but also millions like me who have lost a mother. We are motherless children. It is difficult for me because I lost a mother, a friend, a confidant, a protector and an advocate. I was 8 years of age when my mother died. I felt robbed and cheated, and I asked God, "Why? My mother was the keystone of my life." I miss my mother very much. I miss hearing her melodious voice calling my name. Spiritually, I can feel her encouraging me when I need encouragement. I miss her presence and I miss her touch. Having a mother present gives you a vast amount of confidence and assurance that everything will be all right. I miss her wisdom and discernment. Mothers know what is going to happen before it happens. It is as if they each are Superwoman. Mothers have X-ray vision that allows them to see what you are doing. They see your lies, pains, hurts and sneaky plans. My mom's greatest wisdom was, "A few moments of pleasure can be a lifetime of pain." If you are a motherless child, don't rush quickly through the grieving process; it is important that you take time to grieve. My mother has been deceased for 33 years, and I am still grieving. My grief is neither complicated nor pathological, but I have my moments when I think of my mother and I feel cheerless. Ironically, at that moment when I am sad, she lives. Do not try to forget about your mother. It is difficult and painful to embrace sad feelings, but when you peel back the sadness, there is joy. A mother's love knows no bounds. A mother's love is more precious than a red rose. A mother's love is unconditional, and we know that God is love. A mother is like Superman; she demonstrates awesome powers. A mother is like a doctor; she is always caring. A mother is like a lawyer; she is always defending. No matter how you look at it mothers are to be cherished. Don't wait for Mother's Day to say, "I love you, Mom." Prayer for the motherless children God bless all the motherless children. Give them strength to make it through difficult times. Bless all mothers around the world and may we never lose focus on their value, purpose and virtue.