First Mother's Day

My first Mother's Day was one of my favorite days so far! I have longed to be a mother, for forever really, and finally getting to celebrate the fact that I am indeed now a mom, just makes me want to cry happy tears.

Anora's gift to me was sleeping through the night & it was the best gift I could have received. We woke up energized and played together in the bath. Ben made me a French toast breakfast that was delightful while Anora looked on from her bumbo. Then our little family of three strolled down to Starbucks for a morning tea and enjoyed the sunshine. After church we made phone calls to our moms and told them how important they are to us. That afternoon we went to the arboretum for a nice stroll. It was beautiful and I feed Anora under a big tree. Anora loved it. When we got home, Ben pulled out some champagne and made us dinner and gave me our first framed family photo. Gorgeous! It was a perfect day. On top of it all I got a couple surprise gifts and several cards from my generous and thoughtful friends! I am so blessed with the people in my life! I often feel so undeserving.

I am so proud to be Anora's mom and just beam when I look at her. I had no idea my heart could hold so much love. Yet, already there are challenging moments and no doubt challenging years ahead, and still it all feels special. It gives me a new appreciation for my mom (and all moms really)! It's a big job, a heavy job, but such a gift. In Anora's face I see innocence and beauty. I see me and Ben's union blessed by the heavens!