When I think about the lessons I’ve learned from my mom, one stands out loud and clear: if something needs doing, just roll up your sleeves and tackle it yourself.
Once, my mom replaced a toilet armed with nothing but a butter knife and a whole lot of determination. And when she decided the dining room desperately needed new drywall, she didn’t hesitate—she simply punched a hole in the wall and dove right in. For years, our dining room had walls that were half-finished, but she saw it through, all by herself.
There was also that time she decided to drag a hot water heater from the basement to the curb because, well, someone had to do it, and nobody else was around. Don’t get me wrong; my mom isn’t shy about asking for help. When we visit, she always greets my partner with a warm hug and a cheerful list of furniture she could use a hand with—nothing urgent, just a little task before he leaves.
More times than I can count, my siblings and I have heard her voice echoing from the depths of the house, calling us with an urgency that meant she was wrestling with a giant carpet she couldn’t move on her own. If we ever need a family motto, it would definitely be, “Get your butt in here and help me with this!”
Her drive to get things done might stem from impatience or perhaps a fierce independence that has seen her through life’s challenges. Or maybe she just has a knack for jumping into projects without fully considering the tools or assistance a sane person would gather first. Regardless of what fuels her, the takeaway for me has always been the same: no task is too big, and it doesn’t matter if I have help or not.
If I put my mind to it, I can accomplish anything on my own.
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In summary, my mom’s fearless approach to life has inspired me to embrace challenges head-on. Whether it’s fixing a toilet or navigating the journey of home insemination, the message is clear: if you want something done, you just have to do it yourself.