Mother's Day

I am a slacker and did not post on Mother's Day. But, in my defense, Mike had a final this morning and pretty much hogged the computer all day yesterday :) Poor guy.

I just have a few thoughts about mothers, though, that I would like to share. I don't think I've ever realized more how much my mother does for me and my brothers, nor have I appreciated her more, until I actually became a mother. Motherhood is one of those divine gifts from God that I hope all women, at some point, will get to experience, whether it is with your own children or in mothering someone else's children in some way (teaching, adopting, etc.). Being a mother has made me appreciate my own mother, and Mike's mom, so much more. I appreciate who they are as people and what they have gone through that has influenced how they have mothered Mike and I and I look at them as examples of what kind of mother I want to be for my children. Mom and Mrs. Donna, I love you both so much and am so thankful for you in my life!

I am also grateful to my Father in Heaven for giving me the opportunity to be a mother. Mike and I were talking about the day I had Drew, and it was the most remarkable and memorable day of my life. I loved everything about it and sometimes I ache when I think about how far away that day is becoming! I am thankful that I will get to have that experience again in October with baby girl. For a while, I worried that with my insulin issues it would be difficult for me to become pregnant again and I cannot believe how fast it has come! It is truly a gift!

I love being Drew's mommy and am grateful to the women in my life who show me what it is like to be a mom. I am grateful to Mike for giving me the opportunity to be a mother to his children and trusting me with that role and resposibility. I am thankful to be a mom. Happy Mother's Day!

How lucky am I to be this little guy's momma!!??