This Mother's day was a treat! After being up most of the night with a cranky baby, I was woken up by an excited little blonde girl who took my hand and led me up the stairs for breakfast. She cajoled her aunts into making a mother's day feast (with uncle and Daddys help too). I was greeted at 7:00am by this happy face.
After breakfast I snuck back down to catch a few more minutes of shut eye before the baby and other kids woke. On the end of my bed was chocolate and a card from a thoughtful husband.
Before we left to church with everyone I got my talented sister to snap some pictures of all of us. I am so grateful for these five little blessings who call me Mom.
Joseph was being extra sweet and hugging and kissing Finley the entire time. But I love their little personalities, Camilla's toothless smile and the love that we all share.
I am grateful for my own Mom who instilled in me a love and reverence for motherhood. There is no one else who serves as selflessly as her. She goes about serving quietly with a smile pretty much always on her face despite what may be happening around her. She is kind, level headed, practical and a wonderful example of what it means to be a mother.
We all enjoyed a delicious Chicken dinner together in the late afternoon. After it was all cleaned up my Dad gathered everyone to watch a short video clip on motherhood. He then asked the kids to list some things that mothers do. Someone shouted "give us treats!" My heart melted and tears filled my eyes as Joseph explained that "Mommy's love you when you're sad and mad and they give hugs and kisses." I am so glad that he understands the unconditional love that mothers have.
"No woman should ever feel the need to apologize or feel that her contribution is less significant because she is devoting her primary efforts to raising and nurturing children. Nothing could be more significant in our Father in Heaven’s plan."
-Quentin L. Cook
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