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From Then to Now: The Greatest Gift is Family

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899

 

One of my favorite things about being a mom is looking back at old photos and realizing just how fast the years have flown by. In one picture, my two kids are little and full of childhood wonder… and in the other, taken last Christmas, they’re grown with families of their own. Somehow, in the blink of an eye, life moved from bedtime stories and school events to grandchildren, family traditions, and making new memories together.

I feel incredibly blessed that both of my children live here in Austin and are raising their families nearby. Being able to watch my grandchildren grow, celebrate milestones together, and simply share everyday moments is a gift I never take for granted. Being a Nana is one of life’s sweetest gifts.

This Mother’s Day, I’m especially thankful for the amazing moms, grandmothers, and bonus moms who pour so much love into the people around them. The strength, patience, laughter, and unconditional love that mothers give help shape families and create the memories we treasure most.

As the saying goes from an unknown author:
"To the world, you are a mother, but to your family, you are the world."

Here’s to celebrating motherhood, family, connection, and taking time to slow down and enjoy the beautiful ride of life.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmas, and bonus moms out there!

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Patricia Feager
Appraisal Review Board, Denton County, TX - Flower Mound, TX
Licensed to April 2027

Dorie Dillard Austin TX - truly you are blessed to have a beautiful family whose love and devotion to each other is always part of the life you live.

Happy Mother's Day.

May 10, 2026 05:37 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you so much Patricia Feager Happy Mothers Day! 

May 10, 2026 05:57 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Dorie and happy, happy Mother's Day to you. I understand what you mean when you say the years have flown by. I was congratulating the son of  one of my oldest clients who graduated from Queens University the other day and who over the years became like a third daughter to me. As she said... can you imagine... from his baby shower to college graduation... it happened in the blink of an eye.

May 10, 2026 05:42 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Time is flying by Nina Hollander, Broker ,

In another month 2026 will be half over! Happy Mother's Day to you!❤️

May 10, 2026 05:58 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker

Dorie Dillard Austin TX thank you, Dorie. 

May 10, 2026 06:01 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

Family is really everything. I am glad you will have a wonderful Mother's Day with yours. 

May 10, 2026 06:55 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you! we had a great day Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty !

May 10, 2026 06:03 PM
Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.

The older we get, the more we realize that the greatest treasures in life are the people gathered around our tables and in our family photos. Watching children grow into parents and seeing grandchildren create new memories is one of life’s greatest blessings. Your post is a beautiful reminder to slow down and appreciate the everyday moments that become the memories we hold closest. Wishing all the mothers, grandmothers, and bonus moms a wonderful Mother’s Day filled with love and family.

May 10, 2026 07:01 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

AMEN Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518 

May 10, 2026 06:03 PM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson - Plainview, NY
We List/Sell Long Island Real Estate Successfully!

Yes you are so right Dorie. Happy Mother's Day with and all things that make you smile!

May 10, 2026 07:37 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

What a great day Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 , but came home to my HVAC being out! 😩

May 10, 2026 06:04 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Sunday morning, Dorie. Have a very special day and an outstanding week.

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May 10, 2026 08:01 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Roy!

May 10, 2026 06:04 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Traveler, Retired, Wenatchee, WA

Happy Mother's Day, Dorie. 
I hope you have a wonderful day with your sweet family. 

May 10, 2026 08:01 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

I had a fabulous Mother's Day Carol Williams ! But came home to my AC being out! 😩

May 10, 2026 06:05 PM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Dorie, you are blessed to have your family nearby and celebrate days like today!  Enjoy!

May 10, 2026 09:23 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

We had so much fun Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner ..I know how blesses I am....I'm so grateful!

May 10, 2026 06:06 PM
Steffy Hristova
HomeSmart Elite Group Tempe AZ Tel: 602.710.8161 - Tempe, AZ
Tempe AZ Realtor - Your Home Close to Your Work!

Happy Mother's Day, Dorie! I loved the quote: "To the world, you are a mother, but to your family, you are the world."

May 10, 2026 09:56 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Steffy Hristova !

May 10, 2026 06:07 PM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful Mom's on Active Rain, past and present. good post with great information. Thanks for sharing it. Bill

Have a fantastic week!

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

May 10, 2026 10:00 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you for stopping by GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore 

May 10, 2026 06:08 PM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Dorie Dillard Austin TX  You are the World and a very lucky Woman with a beautiful Family 

Happy Mother's Day 😍

May 10, 2026 11:53 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Hannah Williams ..I feel very blessed!

May 10, 2026 06:09 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Dorie I am sure that all of those happy faces in the photo made sure you had a very special Mother's Day.

May 10, 2026 02:59 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

They sure did George Souto ...we had a great time!

May 10, 2026 06:09 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Dorie- and Happy Mother's Day to you. We're blessed to have family near us, aren't we!? I love the term you used...bonus mothers.  

May 10, 2026 05:14 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Thank you Kathy Streib ..we have lots of bonus mothers and they deserve recognitions! 

May 10, 2026 06:10 PM
Inna Ivchenko
Equity Union - Calabasas, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

What a beautiful family, Dorie! 

I hope everyone had a day filled with love, appreciation, and special moments with the people who matter most. 🌷

May 10, 2026 11:59 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I love that your family stays close and shares so much love with each other all of the time!  I hope that you had an amazing Mother's Day!

May 11, 2026 05:28 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Dorie. Having your children living close is a life bonus these days. We relocated after retirement to be close to my son, his wife and the grandkids. Mother's Day and being together is the big bonus. Enjoy your day.

May 12, 2026 04:55 AM