These "mandatory" hug & cuddle holidays can be so difficult, for so many reasons.

I always wish people a lovely weekend, if I have cause to say anything, because one never knows what kind of private pain might be triggered by wishing anyone "Happy Mother's Day", "Happy Father's Day", etc.

My relationship with my Mom, like so many others who've posted, was complex, and very strained at times. I don't like to discuss all our problems in public....but she died when we were just beginning to get close, when I was in my early twenties. It was harrowing, for that, and many other reasons.

Plus, I'm not a Mom, and will never be a grandma. So I carry that pain inside me as well. It probably shouldn't bother me so much, but it does.

Massive and heartfelt hugs for anyone dealing with this holiday under less than picture postcard conditions.



May we all find some love, which can soothe our battered hearts.