I am so fortunate to be a mom blessed with 2 wonderful boys, and to still have my mom so close to me. I know a couple people very dear to me who are not able to conceive naturally and can't imagine the pain they go through each day, especially when they are surrounded by loved ones who have the one thing they wish for most. It is through their longing that I have learned not to be bothered by sleepless nights, an aching back, a dirty house, little disposable income, and next to nothing “me” time. I have immersed myself in my boys’ upbringing and take the time to enjoy them, their adventures, and their personalities.
Mother’s day has always been a special day to honor my mom. Since I have become a mom, Jeff has made it even more special honoring me and what we do as a team to raise our boys. In the last few years, we’ve gotten together at a nearby park with my mom and sisters – in law for a grill out. This year, we decided to do our own thing which we was something we all craved: NOTHING. Just doing nothing but enjoying being together as a family. We had a great mother’s day this year which included me sleeping in until 7, Will and Jeff making me French toast with strawberries and sausage, reading Jeff and the kids’ home made cards (Jeff is really good at this! – see my 31st birthday card!), hot tubbing with my 2 little ones (Wyatt’s first time, loved it!), church, lunch provided by Jeff, flower and garden vegetable shopping, a visit to Jeff’s mom’s resting place on Lake Michigan, steak dinner provided by Jeff, and a quick visit to Jeff’s parents’ house. So, the intent was for a relaxing day, but we actually did quite a bit! It was a gorgeous day and I was treated like a Queen, didn’t even change one diaper! Will is actually still drawing me pictures for Mother’s Day. He’s a budding artist!
Here are some pictures of my proud mommy day:
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| my "Mommy" card, the inside is filled with "thank you for..." - so sweet! |
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