May 12 was Mother's Day. It's never been a big day to me, until I became a mom. Kyle is so great about doing things to make my day extra special. This year, I was kinda thinking that since the kids are older, and slightly more cooperative, they would make me something... instead I woke up to flowers, candy and a Kindle Fire. I can't complain, I have been saying lately how great it would be to have another tablet, so the kids won't fight over the iPad all day... but I wasn't expecting it! Kyle took the day off of work to cook me meals and be home with me and the kids! I loved it! I also spent the day thinking about some of the wonderful blessings I have received since becoming a Mother. First, being my children. I complain about them not listening, fighting nonstop, making messes every time I turn around, and other things that young children do. But to be honest, my life wouldn't be as fulfilling as it is without them. They really are my world, and I am blessed to have them! On Mother's Day I also realized how blessed I am to have the up bringing I did. My parents were in no way perfect, we weren't the picture perfect family, and we still aren't... but they taught me a lot that has been such a blessing in my life. My mother is such a wonderful example to me of kindness. I have watched her the last few years go through her own trials. There are people who don't always treat her kindly, people who she disagrees with, people who have different opinions and values... yet I have never heard her talk badly about anyone. And to be honest, I wouldn't know any of those things about her, except I know she is human and that is just the way it is. I have tried recently to follow her example. To be kind to everyone, to keep my negativity to myself and to look for the silver lining... it's always there! I have found myself happier, less anxious and stressed. I am happy to have her wonderful example in my life! And I hope I have made them proud of the person I am!
I have also been extremely grateful for Kyle's mom lately. I am so in love with Kyle and I know she did her best to raise such an amazing son, and I am so lucky to have him! He is such a wonderful husband and father! I can't imagine going through this journey of life with anyone else!
It was a GREAT day!
I love this picture of Paisley... she really is just a little grumpy, sassy pants!
