Just the other day Collin my little blond haired boy was sitting on my not so roomy lap. Holding on to my arm he whispered to me I love you. And then squeezed me tight and said proudly Momma's boy in a voice so sweet you would instantly forget any mischief he had been into that day.
I have alot of moments when my kids do things that make me so proud that my heart feels it swelling inside.Several recent things that stick out in my mind are Logan's role in his school play. He shocked me with his confidence and his acting ability. He had worked hard and it showed. I remember waiting for the play to start and I felt nervous for him. He on the other hand never seemed nervous at all. He was a shining star on that stage he pulled off something I never would have dreamed he would do.
Macy has had a rocky softball season. But she has practiced,listened and learned. She had a beautiful hit in Saturday nights game. She knocked it right between 2nd and 3rd base. It was a hard hit that she hit it on the first pitch. It was one of those moments when I knew she had overcome something. She had conquered her fears , she had done what we all knew she could do! It's about so much more than a game of ball if she looks at life's challenges and listens,learns and practices there is no way she will fail at anything that is important to her.
Molly was recently accepted into the schools Gift program. This was so important to her because Logan and Macy had both been apart of this program. Molly's scores were impressive. Molly often sells herself short on how smart she is. But she is a smart cookie and this just gave her more confidence and something to smile about.
I recently went on a school field trip with Parker to Desoto Caverns. He loved the trip and must have thanked me 20 times for going along. I usually go on most trips but for some reason he was really happy to have me go to this one. He has a soft heart behind his hard shell.
In the craziness of raising kids there are always moments that make it all worth it. I have learned a big lesson since January you never know what the future holds so treasure each moment.
When I was faced with the reality that my Mom was in serious condition and I could possibly lose her forever my world changed. I could have not prepared myself for the shock of Mom's accident. I am so happy to have another Mother's Day with my Mom.
I can remember thinking how can I have a baby without my Mom there, she can't leave us yet! While staying with Mom in the hospital my Mother-in-law visited alot. I recall one of the hardest nights when Mom was still not out of the woods and I was so very exhausted both physically and mentally, my Mother-In-Law came over and hugged me tight. I pretty much fell apart and cried like a baby. I knew she could see through my bravery and strong will. She knew I was scared and needing someone to lean on.That meant so very much to me.
I am blessed to have both my Mom and my Mother-in-law. Both women I look up to, both who have taught me so much. I know I can count on them and I hope they know they can count on me. I hope we have many years ahead but if the years are to be cut short I want them to know I love them both, I will follow their examples and be the best person I can be. Their lives and love will be honored and I am proud to call them my family.
Thank you both for your love and dedication, I love you!
