1. I know this weekend is difficult for those of you whose moms have passed away.

I also know this weekend is painful for those of you who have decided that it's not healthy to have a relationship with your mom.

Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you.

2. One of the reasons this weekend is particularly difficult for those who have, for various reasons, decided to not have a relationship with their mom, is how many people urge them to reconcile without understanding why they decided to get some space.

3. I have so many friends who have been pressured by friends to "put the past aside." Some friends have caved to that pressure & regretted it because their moms quickly reminded them why they walked away.

Please don't place this pressure on people. It's none of your business.

4. I also wish people would rethink all of this blanket "CALL YOUR MOM," stuff on Mother's Day.

People who wish to call their moms will call their moms!

5. I’m also thinking of those of you who have suffered the ultimate heartbreak: the passing of your child. Especially those of you who lost your only child.

And those of you who wish to be mothers but are unable to for various reasons .

I’m so sorry.