Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful mothers in my life! My own mother, my grandmas (both of them), Jake's momma, his two grandmas, and all the mothers who are my peers who I look up to and admire for all their hard work, it's time to be appreciated. Thank you for always putting your children first. Thank you for working hard to teach the gospel in a loving and nurturing way. Thank you for your example in everything and for just talking. We wouldn't be where we are today without you. WE LOVE YOU!
Being that this was the first Mother's Day that I was actually a mother, I feel like I should express some of my feelings. First of all, being a mother is the best thing to happen to me ever! It is so awesome! I have so much love in my heart all day for this beautiful daughter of God that Heavenly Father has trusted me to raise. She is such a joy! Watching her learn new things and grow and develop is the best thing and just truly makes my heart happy all day long. Avery has so much personality that I tell Jake I feel like I am talking with someone all day; it's amazing how well we can get to know her and communicate with her without using words. Every smile is precious and I am so proud of her. I can only imagine how much the love I have for her will grow as she grows. When I will be watching her do more than just being happy around new people and charming them with grins ;) Yes, there are some days that are much harder to keep this eternal perspective about motherhood because of all the dirty diapers, the not-napping-well, the wants-to-be-held-all-day moments. However, I just remind myself that these days are because I am a MOTHER. I have a daughter! And it all goes away. I am so happy and feel fulfilled in this role.
Avery Mae, I love you so much! You will not know how much I love you until you have your own babies, but this love I have for you is unconditional. It is crazy how much JOY I get from you! I love it when you settle into my arms and fall fast asleep. I love it how you grin up at me and make little adorable sounds as you look up at me with your bright big blue eyes. I love how you have blue eyes like me! I love your little blonde hair and your swirl in the back. I love how it gets sweaty in your carseat and then sticks straight up after I pull you out. I love how you stretch in the morning when I get you out of your little swaddler. I love how you grin at me in the morning. You are precious and your daddy and I love you so much! Never forget this. You are our sweet little heart. And we are so happy you have come to us. WE LOVE YOU!
Happy Mother's Day!
p.s. did I cry while writing this? yes. yes I did.
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