Words Before "Amen"

When the five of us gather around the table for dinner,
we take turns praying over the meal.
For months, my husband and kids have also prayed for the health and recovery of me, my sister and my father, in addition to giving thanks for the food.
Depending who's praying, I've pretty much memorized the words that will precede "AMEN."

So I was completely surprised last night when our eldest son concluded his prayer without mentioning "mom."
I initially thought that he was really hungry, or worse, that he'd forgotten me.
But thinking about it later, I realized that he no longer sees breast cancer as something I need to be rescued from.
In his mind, I have completely recovered.

I only wish that my mind would follow.