Happy Birthday Momma Bear!

Wednesday, 14 March 2007

Happy Birthday Momma Bear!

I'm sure a lot of your parents' stories started the same...they came to America for a better future for their kids. My mom had a great life in Korea but she left all that behind to come to the U.S. for something more. The saddest part is that my parents couldn't take me with them. Can you imagine leaving your baby behind? The ultimate sacrifice. My mom said she cried every single day and that it hurt so much that it was physically painful. Every time she heard a baby cry her heart would jump a beat because she thought it was me. Her life was so tough in those early years...really, she had nothing but a hope that they could build a better life for our family here. It worked! I know I would not be where I am today if we had stayed in Korea.

My mom is one of my best friends...I talk to her on the phone all the time...sometimes we talk for hours and hours. She's that fun. She's also the most giving person I know...she never thinks of herself, only others. One of my constant goals is to make sure to spoil her because she's too busy looking out for other people. She's the kind of person who'd be the first one at your house or calling you if something bad has happened (or good!)...she would never buy herself an expensive fruit tart dessert but happily buys me things like that whenever she gets a chance...she has such a good sense of people that she'll never say things that would hurt them or make them feel uncomfortable...I totally admire her faith in God. I could go on and on. As you can tell, I just truly believe she is an amazing person!

One of my college essays asked, "Who is the most influential person in your life?" I had no doubts when I wrote about my mom. When I went for my interview they said many people wrote about famous people, mentors, teachers...but seeing what I wrote about my mom touched them. Well, it was just the truth. I'm so awed sometimes by my mom - the person she is and the life she's led.

I love you Momma Bear~ HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

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oh my gosh Jenny, what a beautiful post~ i got all sad hearing your mum's story again...what an awesome and strong mother you have! sorry i can't be there tonight..but give your mum a big hug for me and tell her i said happy birthday =)

btw, that is such a sweet photo of the two of you at the wedding ~ you both look soooo beautiful!
- 3/14/2007 4:56 AM
- justabride (message)
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It's wonderful to see children appreciate their parents. Happy birthday to your mom! That's a great picture of you guys at your wedding too. ^^
- 3/14/2007 8:48 AM
- always_ss (message)
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so sweet... i hope my son loves me that much one day :)
- 3/14/2007 9:18 AM
- ka_woman (message)
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awww. so sweet. i didn't know your parents came here first without you... that must have been so tough for your parents. happy bday to your mom!
- 3/14/2007 9:45 AM
- peanutbutterandjellie (message)
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how sweet. happy bday to your mom! =)
- 3/14/2007 10:06 AM
- Lisa79 (message)
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aaaaaw, how sweet!!!! you guys look very cute in the picture!

ryc: omg, "Frenemy" is SUCH a perfect word for her!! I never thought about that! wow. or, actually, how sad.
- 3/14/2007 10:11 AM
- K_G_C (message)
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btw: are you from s. cali??? you look familiar for some reason.
- 3/14/2007 10:12 AM
- K_G_C (message)
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aww..that's so sweet. i wish i had that kind of relationship with my mom. my mom's the same way, she'll buy anything i want for me...but she'll hesitate to buy for herself. omg...you looked soooo beautiful on ur wedding day. you're soo pretty =) you're mom is beautiful too! i want to see more wedding pictures! i don't think i've seen any yet =( happy bday to your mom!
- 3/14/2007 10:31 AM
- yunbug (message)
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awww...i can relate. my mom is the same way...so selfless and giving. i love the picture with you and your mom. you both are beautiful. your mom looks so graceful.
- 3/14/2007 10:42 AM
- tpmoon (message)
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It is always mind-boggling to know how much our parents have or will sacrifice for their children. Happy Birthday to your mom!!!!
- 3/14/2007 10:52 AM
- joesee22 (message)
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i love those pictures! i got choked up reading your post. i feel the same way about my mom, she definitely is "the" most influencial person in my life. i talk to her daily too. i just hope to move back to california and live close to my parents. my mom's b-day is coming up too!!! you know, i never met you in person but i could sense that you're a loving and generous (and strong!) person, just like how you described your mom. cuz an apple doesn't fall to far from its tree... ;) happy birthday momma bear!
- 3/14/2007 11:29 AM
- sista_kimchee (message)
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i love it! HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
- 3/14/2007 1:58 PM
- bloorozez (message)
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hey matey~thanks for the humungo message~i just sent you a humungo reply...you know where to look =)

btw, your mum looks younger in the wedding pic than in the 1st pic...she's de-aged over time, dood!!
- 3/14/2007 2:42 PM
- justabride (message)
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awwwwwwwwwww, your mom is awesome!!! i'm so happy that you two have such a close relationship! where does she live? cali? why couldn't she take you with her? that must've sucked!! but that's awesome you two are sooo close. i'm jealous. i'm much closer with my mom now but man, we don't have the close relationship that you do! i couldn't stand my mom when i was in high school. fighting all the time!!! you and your mom are beautiful too!!! lovely!! sooo pretty! ryc, yea, i was always telling you to update!! i'm pleased you're doing it so much more often now!!! yea!!! you have to go back and see the pic of sam i just put in!!!
- 3/14/2007 4:14 PM
- angelahappydot (message)
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omg, that almost made me tear up~ ! =P My parents had to leave me behind for a while as well... I still remember our reunion at the airport when I was only 2 or 3. *sniff sniff*

Thanks so much for the info on the song! Oh yes, the good ole ktown days, hahaha... I knew someone would know what I'm talking about! keke... *^^*
- 3/14/2007 5:19 PM
- calidaisy (message)
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i forgot to say happy birthday to your great mom!!! happy birthday!!!!
- 3/14/2007 6:34 PM
- angelahappydot (message)
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congrats to you. and a wonderful photo of both you and your mom. thanks for your comments. hopefully your friends can take advantage of the gift certificate referrals. after reading your post, i miss my mom. thanks for sharing...
- 3/14/2007 7:04 PM
- Tiramisucakes (message)
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You both are beautiful, inside and out!
- 3/14/2007 9:38 PM
- joyful_mommy (message)
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aww.... that's a wonderful and sweet post... great pix of mother and daugther... Happy birthday to your mom
- 3/15/2007 6:19 AM
- jpjchen (message)
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Very sweet post! Happy Bday!
- 3/15/2007 6:50 AM
- mrs_echo (message)
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happy birthday to your mom! you're just like her, beautiful and sweet.
- 3/15/2007 9:17 AM
- haidai222 (message)
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happy bday to your mother =) so sweet!
- 3/15/2007 10:01 AM
- MsYuMMieJ (message)
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your mom sounds awesome. i love my mama choo too!
- 3/15/2007 10:39 AM
- kchoo76 (message)
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ur momma sounds like my momma. my husbands parents had to leave him and his brother in korea too for a couple of years.
- 3/15/2007 1:04 PM
- OrganizedWedding (message)
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your mom sounds like a wonderful lady. it's so great to hear you have such a good relationship with her.
- 3/15/2007 7:16 PM
- huinita (message)
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