Moms' words of wisdom remembered

Locals remember moms’ words of wisdom

As we remember our moms this Mother’s Day, most will recall particular words of wisdom she imparted.

Several area folks shared the one thing they remember most that their mom taught them.

• “She taught me how to do the best with what I've got and/or learn how to make things instead of buying them.” Angie Druetta

• “My mom taught me that beauty comes from within.” A.J. Kleindolph

• “I grew up in a very small town where all the girls and guys got married right out of high school. My Mom taught me to go out in the world and live my life before I got married and started a family. I love her very much for getting me out in the world.” Annie Lockamy

• “When I first began dating, she always told me to carry change for a public phone and enough cash to take a cab home. Sure enough, my first car date was to see B.B. King at the Biltmore Hotel in Atlanta. My date got drunk and I had to call a cab to get home. My Mother was right! She also told me that when someone insisted on taking a group photo of my family or friends that included my current boyfriend, to always put him on the end so when he was no longer around, I could cut him off the picture.” Barbara May

• “My mom was a very independent woman. She always said, ‘Don't rely on anyone, especially a man to take care of you, take care of yourself!’" Bert Summerville-Kain

• “My mom was a professional jazz singer and she taught me to eat soup to maintain the vocal chords.” Bill Evett

• “My mom taught me to give until it hurts and to open my home to everyone.” Bobby Johnson

• “My mother taught me perseverance.” Brenda Rees

• “Don't mess around with boys until you are married.” Bridgette Lowe Stringfellow

• “I learned from my mama that women could be intelligent and decisive. I can remember her having political discussions with men in 1960s. Plus she could cook, too.” Buz Livingston

• “Never stop learning. Mom was taking college literature courses way into her 70s. She has inspired me to raise a family of readers, something they can depend on the rest of their lives.” Candace Abuvala

• “The most important thing my mother taught us was that faith leaves no room for ‘why.’” Catherine Dickson

• “Independence.” Celeste Cobena

• “Good manners. She would say, ‘They are the sign of a true gentleman and proper up bringing.’" Chick Huettel

• “My mom taught me to put my faith and trust in Jesus Christ. All else will follow.” Cindy Meadows

• “My Mom taught me to be creative with what I have. Thanks Mom!” Kim Pall, artist