Forever Changed: Life As A Mommy

Life as a mother is possibly the most rewarding job on the planet. I feel like I can say that with 100% confidence. I know there are careers out there that have their perks - some bringing in unfathomable amounts of doe - but what we gain out of motherhood is far beyond materialistic value. I just read a great little piece by Katie, celebrating her first mommy's day today!!

The only downside is that my anxiety level has hit its ultimate high. Not a day goes by that I don't have some sort of anxiety fit about this or that. It could be over something as tiny as "is she wearing matching socks?"....those triggers most likely only exist for us ocd victims.

But in all seriousness, I worry about eeeevverything. You want them to be safe, healthy, HAPPY... in everything they experience. Whew. The worrisome aspects sure make it exhausting. But then the turnaround is of course the overwhelming joy you can feel in an instant, even among the madness.

My life was forever changed the day I became a mother. Some seem more concerned about losing the baby weight, or not being able to make dinner plans at the drop of a hat - but not everyone. For some it's an immediate emotional rollercoaster of "how in the world could I have been so blessed to create such an amazing little thing, and how do I keep them from growing up?????" I dread the day they are too big to hold my hand, or kiss me in public. wwhhhaaahhhhh [tears]. I'll let this moment pass for now, because it's seriously a heart throbbing trigger for me.

These babies of mine truly are what defines who I am. They make me better. They challenge me, and fulfill me all in a moment's time. Always find the joy in the chaos, because there really is nothing out there comparable to a job like this.

Happy Mommy's Day!!

Happy Mother's Day

Cheers to my mama!!

You've been there through the hardships, but better yet through the JOYS! :) I love you with all my heart!!!!! 

AMY SHEPHERD PHOTOGRAPHY

And as a mother myself, I couldn't be more proud of my sweetest girl. Being a mother isn't always simple, or glamorous, but it's by far the most rewarding role I've been blessed to pursue.

Happy Mother's Day to ALL mothers! We know the challenges that come with it, therefore we appreciate you!! Thank you for your patience ,love and wisdom!!

My Mini-Mee

Finding material to trump this past weekend's recap post seemed near impossible; until I came across photos from a recent play-date with my little one. And being that it's already Thursday, what better way to lead into the special holiday weekend - Mother's Day! :)

It's quite bittersweet when your little one is able to run to a swing set and play on their own. As parents, we just sit there, watching our child grow up before our very own eyes.

...until she hollers, "your turn Mommy!"

My turn.

Then she lets loose onto the slides... and being that we're the only ones there at the time, she's allowed to climb up or down - whichever she prefers.

...not that it's always in her favor.

She sure is the light to my world!! I once heard it best stated by Mrs. In Training, who acknowledged her little one as a companion. That's about right; she's my little companion. There's hardly anything I do without her. Mother's Day is a special day; however I'd like to think everyday is just as special because she's always by my side. My little mini-mee.

Have a blessed day everyone!!