My heart really was so full of gratitude for women that have played a role in supporting me and now my family. From my mother, mother-in-law, aunts, cousins, sister-in-laws, friends, neighbors and even the stranger at the grocery store that offers a kind smile instead of a scowl when my 2-year-old is throwing a tantrum...I'm beginning to realize how powerful we can be when we look to support each other and not look down to judge one another. I'm a pretty firm believer that when it comes to being a mom, most of us are trying our very best.
The other night, I was talking to my mom about an activity they did for their youth at church. It was a career night. As each person talked about their job, whether it was a judge, police officer or social worker, each of them concluded at the end, "But my most important job is that of being a father/mother." I felt that tightness in my throat and tears in my eyes when she shared this. I have worked on and off while being a mom. Lately, quite a bit more. I find enjoyment from these other jobs. However, I find the most happiness and know that my most important job is that of being a mother. I am blessed to be one. I love Luke, Emma and Myles with my whole heart. Anxiety, gray hairs and wrinkles have increased with that love, but I realize that is part of giving my heart to these kids. It is worth it.
Apparently, Luke thinks I'm balding and I like to wear my hair in pigtails. I loved it like only a mother would.
My favorite arrangement of flowers.
"I love my mom."
The nursery leaders were cute and helped Myles make this for me.
Did I mention one of my love languages is "feed me"???
For dinner he served tri-tip steak off the smoker with mashed potatoes, asparagus and kool-aid gushers to complete the meal. By everyone's standards, it was delicious.
So real, so beautiful, loved this!
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