Several years ago, a local magazine named Skirt!, interviewed my Mother and I for their Mother’s Day issue. While we have had a complicated relationship — mainly because she detests flying and traveling is my greatest passion in life — I have always known that she is there for me when I need her the most and I am forever grateful for that. The following is an excerpt and photo from that article:
When Andi became suddenly and unexplainably sick fifteen years ago, her mother Margit took on her daughter’s illness as a personal enemy. “It almost killed me to see my child go from a nationally ranked swimmer to not being able to get out of bed,” says Margit. A tireless search led them to what would be Andi’s ultimate relief: acupuncture. Inspired by her own struggle and with her mother’s unwavering support, Andi is now a practicing Acupuncturist herself.
Margit: “Not only does Andi have the power to heal, she has the willingness to listen to people.”
Andi: “The beautiful thing at the end of the day is that I know my mom is always going to be there for me.”
In honor of my extraordinary Mother and all Mothers around the world, I am giving away a $40 gift certificate from one of my favorite companies Novica. The winner is welcome to use their gift certificate to purchase whatever they would like from the website, however I suggest spending it on the most important woman in your life. Check out their handmade Mother’s Day gifts, Mother’s Day earrings, Mother’s Day necklaces, and Mother’s Day handbags for gift ideas.
I just have to say that that photo of you and your mom is the sweetest 🙂
Awww thank you! 🙂
My mom is not a huge traveler, but had it not been for her love of Italy and her support for my own traveling and studying abroad, I’d be a much different person! Vivan las mamás!
That’s so amazing with how much support you’ve received from her!!! I hope to be like that with my children one day.
She is compassionate!
Awesome quality!
my favorite thing about my mom is that i can call her any ANY time and she will always be there to chat with me, even if shes busy 🙂 shes the best
That is sooo awesome! Everyone needs at least one person in their life that is like that.
My favorite quality about my mom is her love of Jesus.
That’s great!
My Mom has turned into a giving person.
Wonderful quality!!!
Beautiful picture! You 2 look gorgeous!
Gracias amigaaaaaa!
my mom is so thoughtful and helpful and i can never say enough amazing things about her!
Wow, I love it!!!
Pingback: michael
How lovely!
How lovely you two look dear Andi!
Sometimes we have people in our lives that do not understand our urging need to go out and explore this beautiful world but then again we must respect the way they are.
My mom cries every time I leave, it’s as if she’s afraid she won’t see me again.
Well she has gotten used to it and I am pretty sure your mom did too!
She loves you and cares and wants nothing but the very best for you. You rock girl 😉
What a beautiful tribute to her!
Feliz dia de las madres 😉
Un *abrazote*
Kay
What a beautiful comment from a beautiful soul! Yes, you are so right!!! I didn’t respect her worrying at first, but I do now. Besotes y abrazotes para vos y para las madres! 🙂
My Mom is the best cook in the world!
Oooh I’m jealous!
My Mom is the kindest person I know!
How wonderful!!!
My Momma is a sweetheart!
So sweet to say!
great idea!
Glad you like! 🙂
My Mom is just plain amazing!
Love it!
it would be be nice to win something for mothersday 🙂
Fingers crossed!
I don’t think I knew how much acupuncture had helped you personally. Also thank you for introducing me to Novica!
I know, I haven’t shared much about acupuncture on my blog. I should do a series about it! NOVICA is amaaaazing!!!!!
I love her selflessness! She simply cares more about what others need or want, and would sacrifice her own wants or needs for those that she cares about! I always strive to be as caring and good-hearted as she is!
Your Mom sounds amaaaaazing!!!!!
her kindness
Such an important quality!
My mom’s best quality is her strength.
Beautiful!
my favorite about my mother in law is that she never judged me!!
Wow now that is an AMAZING quality!