Happy Mother's Day

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Across
  1. 4. hump day
  2. 7. favorite spot to relax
  3. 8. nurturer of grandchildren
  4. 10. giver of life and hope
  5. 12. laxative
  6. 14. rules for being here
  7. 15. Thursday's sacrifice
  8. 17. where small things originate
  9. 18. greatest challenge and best reward
Down
  1. 1. shines light in dreary places
  2. 2. Louise's paradise
  3. 3. home town
  4. 5. flights of fancy
  5. 6. battle ready
  6. 7. four directions
  7. 9. Granddaughter's game of chance
  8. 11. Mother's favorite flower
  9. 12. drink this first
  10. 13. happy place
  11. 16. Grandson's favorite space when playing