What's a mother's work really worth?

A mothers work, well actually it doesn't matter because NO ONE would be able to afford to pay her anyhow. A mother has to be a nurse, doctor, psychiatrist, housekeeper, gardener, chef, babysitter, errand runner, teacher, a role model, housekeeper, laundrymat, recreational specialist, book keeper, telephone operator,decorator, public relations specialist,appointment coordinator, secretary, dietician, mind reader, coordinator for all family outings and functions, special occasion coordinator and gift specialist,Pet groomer and vet. But Most of All, SHE IS ON CALL 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK, FOR THE REST OF HER LIFE. The only reward is a sometimes " thank-you" but most of the time she greets the day with chaos and the unappreciated people that she so truly loves. That makes her day difficult with the last minute changes or don't want to do it scenarios. The late nights and early mornings staying calm through our problems, ill health, failed relationships, job loss, schooling and death in the family. I don't know how to function on no sleep and through tears, prayers and hope that tomorrow brings another day. Only to rise in the morning and do it all again.

My mom is truly special, and NO I wouldn't want her job for anything in the world. Its surprising that she still loves us as much as we put her through and that she is still willing to know any of us. If I had an employer that took advantage of me like this every day, I just wonder how long I would last at this job??? Now do this all for free????

A mom is a special person, that we all can't be, she is a person who we admire but are too afraid to be. She is a person who is a real dear friend to me, and in the end I must lose on this earth, but lives on through me. I know I can't be all that she is, and this is why I must be the best person I can be, as a tribute to a job well done.

I can truly say it take ten men to do the job of one Mother, as I say this, I would never take away from the( Father of my Children)they respect him dearly and I would not want it any other way! for he means the world to them, but when somethin needs fixing, or one Heart needs mending when it gets broken, Mom to the rescue. When the whole world seems to up-side down, Mom can fix it not to worry, as I look at my cards today and the tears run down my face, I ask myself is there anything else I would rather be, or do? not in this life time! I would give the sun moon and stars, just to be able to send a card to my Mother would be wonderful, but I do not have one! with the huge job working outside, the stress that the whole four can give at times, like coming Home a bit late or not calling, at the promised time, I thank God and can say as a Mother to four wonderful Children, I would never cahange a minute of my life, I am one of the most happy, and the most lucky, Mothers on this planet, p.s. they will be with me for Mothers Day my wonderful Husband also. Happy Mothers Day to all the wonderful Mothers.

In my culture, stay-at-home Mums were the norm, so I made the decision to stay home with my sons and am very happy with my choice. My sons are well adjusted, intelligent, generous and very supportive to each other, family members and the community on the whole. I'd like to thank mothers everywhere and wish them all (including single fathers) a very Happy Mother's Day.

i am a single father and tired of hearing what a mother is worth. i am a roofer, carpenter, welder, plumber, electrician, computer repairman, exterminator, mechanic, lifter of heavy things. all this on top of what a mother does.

no one ever does what a father is worth, let alone a single father.

just so you know, i am priceless in my daughter's eyes. ;)

Hey Matthew. A big kudos for being a single dad. I think the salary thing could apply to any single parent so you probably just got a raise this Mothers Day.

Just an FYI to the editor - you need a zip code for the personalizer, and I'm in Canada. That must mean us Canadian Girls are off the chart and priceless.

There is no way the economy could afford to pay Mom's what they are worth (escpecially now). Not only are we Moms, we are daughters, granddaughters, and grandmothers as well. I find myself (at the young age of 49ish) taking care of kids, grandkids and an aging mom. Due to a recent fall my mom had, which required surgery (not easy for an 81 year old), I have been running from sun up to sun down - taking care of her, my husband, my skin-kids, my fur-kids, grandkids, household responsibilities and finding enough time to keep up-to-date with my home-based business. I haven't had time to even consider what my own needs are. The nicest thing happened to me yesterday however. My oldest daughter recognizes my endless list of "things to do" and decided to treat me to a pedicure for mother's day. That in itself is reward enough for me and I feel very honoured to be who I am.....a daughter, a mom and a grandma.

Raising well adjusted children is a benefit to society and a bonus to the work force who need them , especially now.

I don't fel that Single Dad's should be wished anything special on Mother's Day. Father's Day is next month! Let the Women have their Day today!!

Firstly, let me say that I'm not belittling mothers...Mine is priceless!!! BUT - Some are worthless...for example, my son's mother who chose to walk away about a month after my son was born, leaving me to raise my boy from infant to manhood. Now I also provide daily care and services to both of my elderly parents, as well.
So, before we all cheer for mothers in general, let's take a moment to think about "dead-beat" moms. I've heard the term "dead-beat dads" often in my life, but rarely the "mothers" who would most definitely fall into the category of "dead-beat".
As I said, my mother is the best...although society fails to recognize many so-called "mothers" who are merely selfish, self-centered, and cruel. To these women, I say: "You don't deserve squat!"
Still, a REAL mother is truly a gift.

i think all mothers should get some sort of income after all looking after children and looking after the family is a full time job it is not easy out there if you look at the cost of sitters and day cares who can really afford to do it there are alot of low income familys that cant afford day care or babysitters that dont have the choice but to stay home and look after the children and in this society now you need 2 incomes to run a home and that is still sometimes not enough so where is all this going we pay taxes to society but what do we get back as mothers can anyone answer that

Sorry to rain on everybodies parade but $135K? Are you nuts? Several of my friends have nannies (dual income professionals) and nanny pay is around $1500-1800 a month. These are people that fulfill every role mentioned above. So how can any of you justify the conept that a mother's work is worth 135K when you can hire somebody to do it well for 18K? Yes mothers are invaluable in the world so lets not try to put a true economic number on it because you would probably hurt a lot of feelings.

Here in Canada our government shows nothing but contempt for the "stay at home mom" as we are considered to be non-contributers to the economy.
As two incomes seem the norm today in order to live, my family is taxed to death because my husband earns both so I could stay home to raise our children.
Oddly enough though our political "leaders" while ignoring "we" stay at homes, are considering a national day care program so we can pay for the care of the children of mommies and daddies who work but don't want to pay for this service.
My children are now raised and I am now working albeit part time because between taxes and our regular bills we have absolutely nothing to retire on.
So much for stay at home moms in Canada!!

my mom is my hero.