Lighten The Load

By Tracy Schruder

“When my mom was with me, she would say I lit up the room like a ray of sunshine. I’d smile, feeling a bit shy, and tell her I was just being me. If that brought some light and love to her day, that was all that mattered.

Before she passed, Mom shared something that changed everything for me. She said my purpose wasn’t to be a mom, but to be a bringer of light – to lighten the load of those I love and shine in dark places, finding those who need it most.

I promised her I’d keep bringing the light. And that’s what I aim to do.

So, I hope people say I brought some light into their lives. That I found them in dark places and helped lighten their load, if only for a moment. That’s the legacy I want to leave.

Thank you, Mom, for showing me my purpose. I’ll keep shining. 💛”