Mother's Day

It is so great to celebrate my second Mother's Day.  Last year was my first Mother's Day with Bennett and on my second Mother's Day I have Anna Kate.  I am so grateful to be a mother and parent.  I love Bennett and AK more than life itself.  I know there is nothing Bennett or AK can do that would ever change how much I love them.  I know in their teen years they may not like me or understand my choices for them, but I still love them.  They may grow up to be too big for mommy's hugs and kisses, but I will still try to sneak one in.  I feel such great responsibility for the gifts God has given me.  I strive to be a loving, caring, patient, and understanding mother.  I know daily I fall short.  That is why I am so thankful for God's grace. 

I am also reminded of AK's birth mom.  I don't know if she has other children or not, but she is still a mom.  She gave birth to a beautiful baby girl.  She may not have understood God's plan at the time, but holding the daughter we share in my arms I can see how God's plan unfolded.  I pray God brings her comfort on this day and gives her a peace that her daughter is loved. 

Happy Mother's Day