In the world of parenting, few things resonate as deeply as the word “Mommy.” A foster mom and blogger, who goes by the name of Sarah, recently shared a touching story on her blog, Foster the Family, that has taken social media by storm. Her post, which was featured on Love What Matters, highlights the profound impact of a simple word when it comes from a two-year-old foster child.
Sarah welcomed a tiny tot into her home, a little girl who had seen more transitions in her short life than most adults. “In her two years, she’s already spent five months in foster care,” Sarah noted. “During that time, she’s moved between four different homes.” As Sarah’s own kids played the role of hospitable tour guides, showing the new arrival around their abode, the little girl suddenly burst into the room with a beaming smile and exclaimed, “Look, Mommy!”
When Sarah heard that joyful word, it struck a chord in her heart. “It wasn’t just her calling me ‘Mommy,’ but the sheer excitement on her face as if I was her real mommy,” she recounted. “It made me think of how easily she seemed to accept me in that role.” For a child who had bounced between homes, “Mommy” had become a label for any adult female in charge.
But, as Sarah eloquently expressed, being a Mommy is a whole lot more than just a title. “Mommy means snuggling up for naps, tending to boo-boos, and teaching the ABCs,” she shared. “It means helping with homework, sharing secrets about friends, and cheering at graduations.” To her, “Mommy” signifies security, commitment, and unconditional love.
This little girl, only two years old, had a biological mother striving to bring her back home and a foster mom ready to step in if needed. Sarah hoped this child would learn that “Mommy” is not just a term of convenience, but a representation of love and stability. “I wanted her to know she could have a true Mommy,” she added.
In a twist of fate, Sarah later spotted the little girl at the zoo, happily chatting away with a woman who turned out to be her biological mother. “That image of her, dressed nicely and smiling, will stick with me forever,” Sarah reflected.
Having been foster parents for three years, Sarah and her husband currently care for six children aged five months to eight years, including two biological, two adopted, and two foster kids. They’ve opened their hearts to ten children over the years—a feat that brings both joy and heartache. “The toughest part? Loving a child fiercely, knowing they might have to leave,” she shared. “But the joy comes from showing them love and what family truly means.”
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In summary, Sarah’s story highlights the profound meaning behind the word “Mommy,” especially for children in foster care. It’s a reminder that love, commitment, and stability are what truly define this vital role in a child’s life.