We were hiking through torrential rain in the Swiss Alps when my 74-year-old mother hollered, “I want to tell you I love you in case I get struck by lightning and die.” It was possible: We were high above the tree line. In a role reversal, I needed to protect her. We took shelter beneath a boulder while thunder boomed. Later, heading back, my mother slipped and cut her hand. As I pulled out my first-aid kit, I thought of all the times she’d tended to my wounds — both physical and emotional — and echoed wholeheartedly, “I love you.” — Jen Reeder
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Real Life of an MSW 
Good for Jen’s Mum. A forever moment
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Yes, a beautiful and motherly thing for a mother to say, during a scary situation. Thanks for reading and commenting!
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Beautiful!
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This story reminded me a bit of Lion King, with the whole circle of life ❤ Thank you for reading!
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Wait, the 74 year was hiking with her daughter is what impressed me! I love that! My Lord, I’m praying I’m healthy to do that at 74 years young!
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Ha! I see elderly people on the trails often. I am always impressed particularly by the ones that pass me…to echo your words “ Lord, I’m praying I’m healthy to do that at 74 years young!”
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Ok!
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