Every week when I sit down with my Goddess cards, I never know exactly what message will come through. Sometimes the messages make me smile. Sometimes they make me think. And every once in a while, one touches something so deeply within me that I find myself in tears.

This message from Mary, mother of Jesus, was one of those moments.

As I connected with her, the words were unmistakable: Mom, you matter. You matter also.

Mary spoke about the quiet strength of mothers, the dreams we sometimes set aside, and the way we can become so focused on everyone else's story that we forget we're part of the miracle, too.

I won't try to explain the entire message here. I'd rather invite you to hear it as it came through.

And perhaps, as you listen, consider whether there's a part of yourself you've been overlooking while taking care of everyone else.