• Feb. 16, 2009
Spa Entry Essay
I wrote this and entered it in a contest to win a day at the spa for my mom. Although it turned out that every nominee was a winner, it was still a nice experience for her!
Everybody knows that mothers have a tough job, but we may not fully appreciate their hard work and devotion to their families. We might not realize how far they will go to exert themselves in keeping their children well fed and entertained. My mom is no exception. Her “career” started when I was the first born out of five, back in 1993. Since then she has been teaching, training, and nurturing us to be good influences on the society and people around us. Her hard work deserves a reward.
My mom has a lot to face at the beginning of a typical day. She sacrifices her time to cook, clean, run errands, homeschool, and more. She always tries to make herself available to talk, teach, help, and, mentor each of her five children. With so many people needing Mom’s loving care and attention, she does not always get time to herself. My mother often takes the hard roads for her family’s benefit, even if it is tempting to do things the fast way. Having a job like her's makes it easy to be discouraged.
My mom is worthy of receiving some rest, relaxation, and a nice long break from her tedious routine. Especially during this hectic holiday season, there will not be a smidgen of time in which she can pamper herself. A day at the spa is exactly what she needs, and would be the ultimate Christmas gift. My mother would love to get a coloring, a body massage, and a facial. This would be the perfect way to let my mom know how much she is loved and cherished!
December 2008
