Mothers of Twins Club of Suffolk County
a support group for parents of twins and higher order multiples
"There's no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one."
You are a great mother. Your children are not looking for the perfect mother. They are looking for their mom.
Everyday I see posts from friends on social media. Showing their perfect families, perfect children, perfect husband and marriages. But it’s all a mirage. You don’t see the screaming match that happened with the teenager that morning over phone usage, the fights at homework time, the disagreements about money, the differences on how we think a situation should have been handled.
That’s real life, not what they show on social media. If you feel like you’re failing, you’re not. Just put the phone down. The others are not killing it either, they struggle just like you. But no one wants to show that or see that. Take a break from social media and you’ll see what a great mother you are. Be present with your families, let them be present with you. You are a great mother. No one is perfect but if you try your best, and do what’s right, then you are perfectly imperfect, and that’s all anyone can ask.
Being with such wonderful mothers this weekend at convention was filling. It filled my cup, and I hope next year you will join us to fill your cup. I know it’s hard to believe but your families with survive without you for a few days. It just might be the best thing for them and you.
I would like to thank Marty Fallon and everyone that came and helped with the Fran Sawicki Fundraiser Dinner. We were able to raise over $3000 for Leila. What a wonderful night, with great food and fantastic prizes. Thank you to everyone that helped and donated a basket, those who helped setup, cleanup, sold raffle tickets, and thank you to Michelle Kesner who solicited and collected so many of the prizes.
I would like to thank whoever nominated me for Vice President. I really appreciate your thinking that I am doing an okay job! If I’m voted in in May, I hope to continue to do a good job, maybe even a great job! [☺️] I love this organization, I love our family! Kathy Lyman our state reflection chair spoke at the Saturday state meeting about how this organization is like a tree. It has strong roots that have laid the foundation for the wonderful organization that we have; those are our veteran members and their support of this organization; and each one of us is a branch on that tree that is growing and building onto the tree. Eventually we individually will build the roots stronger and help sustain our family tree, that can weather any storm. I am proud of this organization and am proud to call you all my friends and family!
Have a wonderful Mother’s Day. [🌸] [🌺]
Ericka
Letter from our Vice President
Hello Everyone,
I hope everyone had a good Passover and Easter. I wish this weather would just warm up.
I hope everyone held a good time at the Fran Sawicki fundraiser. We raised $3300 for Lelia. A thank you to Ericka, Daniela, Marty and Michelle Kesner for all your help and getting the many donations to make the beautiful baskets.
In a few days 14 of us will be going to NYS convention in Rochester NY. Can't wait to share our adventure with all of you at the next meeting.
Our May General Meeting is Tuesday 13th we will be having our slate for our board. Anyone from the floor can run for a position as long as you are in good standing that night.
The theme for refreshments is Mardi Gras. I will set up a Google form on what to bring.
Stay warm and see you next month.
Love to all,
Diana
President