What is a Mother?

There are many definitions of the word mother, and many are applicable. Only those with "closed eyes" can't see that there are many meanings to "mother." A person who gives birth is a mother. A person who raises a child is mother. A person who loves and cares for a child is a mother...etc. Mother Theresa was a "mother" to thousands of poor children. It is not an all-or-nothing word....it is a spectrum. A mother is someone who loves unconditionally and places the needs of her children above her own, on a personal level, and not only with words, but also actions. a person who raises, loves, and cares for you. Raises you to be a good person, and not do troubled things. A person who loves you not matter what kind of mistake you make. Cares for you no matter what, a mother is a mother. Mother is the woman who raises you, who is there for you to hold and comfort you when you are sick or hurt, the woman who laughs with you, who cries with you, who loves you, even when you aren't exactly lovable, for whatever reason, (teen years), That is what I call a real Mother, and God bless them.