There's too much pressure for what Mother's Day should be. I let my family celebrate me however they want.

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• Mother's Day used to stress me because I'd always end up disappointed. 
• I decided to let my family celebrate me however they want. 
• All I ask is that they stop and remember everything I do for them. 

When I looked at this month's calendar, one day stood out: Mother's Day. Immediately, scenarios began running through my head. Would the kids wake me early in excitement, or would I get the sleep I truly longed for? Would I be happy and enjoy my family...