So, most people notices that my right eye is somewhat droopy. I get messages, mostly from men, “Aye, do you have a lazy eye?!” “Aye, is there a reason why your eye closes like that?!” Believe me, I am no longer offend about comments about my eye and here is why.

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Many that know me know that there was bit of complication during my birth. My mom was in the hospital and there was blood in the womb. I was losing oxygen while my mom was trying to carefully bring her baby in this world. When I was taken out due to having to have a C-Section, I came without breathe in my body. My mom is a praying warrior. I am pretty sure she prayed over this moment so she was well prepared for all births of her children. The Lord must of listen to my mom because I started breathing eventually, but however the doctors told my mother I was either going to have brain damage or a lazy eye.
Well, let’s thank God for the minor lazy eye. Let’s thank God that my mother and I made it through this. Hence, the eye. My eye is no lazy just droopy still.

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So, everyday I walk and breathe I do not take life for granted. Every day, I work and get a pay check I do not take it for granted.
My mother doesn’t know this but I have watched her struggle to keep her household together. So there were times just because she consistently prays for me, gave me breathe, did things to keep a house over our heads, and just was the Wonder Woman of a mom, I sacrificed a few things.
Mom, the reason I told my elementary school violin teacher that I could not be in his class, after he broke the bridge on my violin, I didn’t want you to struggle to fix something so minor. Violin practice could wait.
Mom, the reason I was no longer interested in cheerleading was because I knew you struggled to give me those expensive ASS (excuse my language lol) cheerleading gear. Cheerleading/Dance could wait.
Mom, the reason why I stretched my 20 dollars for lunch for two weeks is because sometimes I knew that’s all you had. I could do without a cookie with my lunch in school. And plus you make the best cookies so eh! I didn’t need them.
Mom, you are the reason I breathe. I did not want you to struggle for me. I want you to know that I appreciate everything you have done and every struggle you had to go through for little ole me/us. You got me out that womb. You prayed for me. You provided for me. You put food in my belly. You pushed me to dream. You put your life before mine. You pushed me to be myself even though I was very nonchalant about any and everything. I know it was hard to deal with my stubborn, free spirited, and curious self.
The reason I have very STRONG faith in God is because of my mother. The reason I work hard for my dreams is because my mom pushes me to do so. The reason I do not take much disrespect from anyone is because I am pretty much like my mother lol! The reason I have confidence in myself is because my mom is sassy, honey! The reason I do not settle for mediocre love from any man is because my mom has never settled. The reason I try my hardest to keep everyone together is because my mom does whatever she needs to do to keep our family together. ( You didn’t know I paid that much attention to you did ya?!)
I could go on and on but you get the point.
So this blog is dedicated to your efforts and how amazing you are. I have been watching over you and learning from you since birth. You did everything and more than I could imagine as a mother. I love the heck out of you and I do not say it enough. And if you did notice, You did a GREAT job raising us. You are an amazing mother.
Fellow readers, Appreciate your mothers. Honor your parents. Be there for your family. Hug them tight! Love them with all of your heart. God Bless you all. Thanks for taking a moment into my life.
Content Writer/Owner Jamie Venice
Wow that was a great tribute to your mom!!! Awesome read!
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Thank you for reading and supporting honey!
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So beautiful! Yes you do have a truly AMAZING Mom 💕
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She is truly amazing!
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I loved reading every bit of this! You are so gifted in so many ways. You are an extension of your mothers greatness.
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Ah! Hey Shana! It’s been forever! Thank you sooo much for reading!
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Jamie Venice Rodgers I am soooo proud of you. This is such a true and touching tribute to your mother. Against many odds, she trusted God and found a way to give you and your sisters the best of what life has to offer; often putting her needs/wants aside. The fact that you know and acknowledge that is a blessing that she will cherish forever. Apart from the love of God, there is no love like the love of a parent. Your are blessed, my dear; and you are a blessing to many. ❤️❤️❤️😘
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Thank you sooo much for reading Aunt tee! She did great 😊!
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This is an amazing story. You definitely have an awesome mom.
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She is a GEM! Love her to pieces!
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Another dope read! Our backgrounds are so similar, as a stillborn with birthing complications gradually my eye developed a slight laziness to it but I embraced it like you did! Keep tapping into your creative art you will soar high and far
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Thank you Joshua! You have always been a great supporter of mine! Congrats on yet another healthy baby!
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😅😅😪😍😍OOOOOHWEE
Jamie GOD CHILD
This Is Soooo Touching
I am SOOO PROUD of U and to see U Acknowledging UR Mother and the CONTRIBUTIONS She Has Made on UR and IN UR LIFE
THANK U for Sharing and
KEEP SOARING !!!!
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Thank sooo much for reading God Mother! Love you!
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Simply beautiful and makes me want to honor my own mother more. Thanks for the insight and the reminder!
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Thanks for reading!
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Just simply BEAUTIFUL Jamie!! Your Mom is just as you have described her. God’s very on, and you are truly blessed!
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Thanks!
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Jamie Venice…I am so proud of you and this is an amazing blog and story!
Alicia
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Thank you so much for reading!
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Simply awesome my MGD!! Your tribute to your mom brought tears to my “big” eyes (and yes, I still get teased…😢). Your mom is truly amazing and has raised three amazing daughters! You are truly blessed so continue to be a blessing to others. Always pray, conquer your dreams and soar high butterfly!!🦋
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Awwww thank you God Mother! Thanks for reading !
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