Mother's Day

Sometimes I can't believe I'm a mom.  I keep thinking I need to grow up first or something.  But no, my 2 kids are here in my house, everyday, waiting for me to help them, teach them, build them up, and love them.  It doesn't seem like such a bad gig.  It isn't - it's the best gig, but it's definitely challenging!  Being a mom was all I ever wanted to do, and I feel so blessed to be able to do it.  I know I can do a lot better in every area, but I'm grateful my kids are sweet and forgiving and love me no matter what.  That may not last forever, so I'm trying to soak that up.  Strangers always tell me (and every other mother with small children) to enjoy it now while they're young.  Well, I'm trying.  Sometimes I don't, and I chalk up the day as a bad Mom day, but I always want to try harder the next day.  They're worth it!

And James - he made me a mom and I love him for always building me up and for telling me how he appreciates me.  A nice dinner out on the grill doesn't hurt either.  

My mom is the MVP for sure.  I loved the speech Kevin Durant gave when he was named MVP for the 2013/2014 NBA season.  He essentially gave all the credit to his mom at the end of his speech.  It's so true.  My mom always did and still does all the little things that make a big difference in our lives.  I hope she knows how much I appreciate her and how much I'd love to be just like her.  

My other mom, Barbara, is on the same MVP level.  These ladies just amaze me with how selfless they are.  I'm definitely not that selfless, but I'd like to be, so I'm grateful for their examples and their encouragement.  

Hazel suggested a car selfie, although she didn't call it that.  I love that we got a good one though, and I'm surprised she's not sticking out her tongue.  We're even unintentionally color coordinated.

Happy Mother's Day to all the mamas!