She stayed with him, all through the crucifixion. She was present at the tomb. She washed his feet with expensive oil, incurring the wrath of Judas, Jesus' betrayer. She was strong, independent, and full of the love of God. She was Mary Magdeline. In honor of Mother's Day (which is next week, but we'll be taking next week off) we honor all the great women of the Bible - Esther, Rachel, Jochebed (the mother of Moses) and of course Mary, the mother of Christ. For all women, stay strong, stay loving, and continue to anchor us to the word of God.