Honestly,being a Mother was something I didn't always want for myself.... although, I always knew deep down inside somewhere I would. I know that sounds strange, but it is true, I was always very hesitant to the idea of becoming a mother... but I always would say, I know one day I will want a child...and ya know, my husband wanted children before I did and even when it came to the planning of having a child, I still had some reserves....I always felt it was very selfish of me to think that way. I just knew that child would consume me and I would no longer be the center of my own universe.. not that I was ever THAT selfish, but you know what I am getting at. The moment I became a mother, I wanted to kick myself for the way I thought... because being a mom is freaking awesome. It gives you "all the feels" and introduces you to a new and exciting, and very intense kind of love. A love that can make you shed tears over the thought of it, a love that is so strong it makes your heart hurt.....Tiny humans are amazing, they go from being helpless and pathetic to boisterous, smart, and strong in such little time. You get to watch them grow and develop first-hand. The time goes by so quickly, but they remind you constantly to be in the moment, to open your eyes, to see the world again as if it were new. It's so refreshing...Having a child teaches you so much - from patience to strength to creativity and lightheartedness. Your way of thinking changes- your mind expanded.
I came here today to share what being a mom means to me, because it's more than just giving birth to a child. It's more than just nos and yeses. It's a re-introduction to life and the human mind. There are times when its less than beautiful of course.....and there are days when you can't wait for bedtime...and then right after bedtime you immediately miss those little punks. Always remind yourself that these minis are just learning, they're curious, and that's not a bad thing. They are testing us, they're like little scientists figuring out what they can get away with, and how they can communicate their needs. We just have to listen, be patient, get to know them, as well as be firm and consistent. They are the light in our lives. Let them shine! Be there for them, talk to them, explain things to them, as always they will amaze you with their understanding of things and sometimes they will amaze you with their persistence as well.. but we are the grownups and we also are just learning our new roles as parents, sometimes it takes a minute to get it, and sometimes we lose our patience and understanding, and that can be upsetting, but we are only human - mistakes will be made. And the love that exists between you and your babe will always be there...
Here are a few shots from my Mothers' Day. I hosted a brunch that included assorted homemade artisan pizzas made by my talented brother, quiche, chicken milanese (two ways)- which is just basically chicken cutlets topped with salad - I made an arugula, tomato, and onion salad and an avocado, tomato and onion salad... the cutest mini cupcakes by my beautiful mother, home fries - a favorite of Zoey's that my father makes, and of course plenty of bacon and sausage and let's not forget the fruit salad. It was a lovely day...The sun was shining and our bellies and hearts were full. After everyone left we planted our garden sprouts as a family - And took the opportunity to shoot some cute photos. I am pretty sure I envisioned these garden scenes before Zoey was even born.
Enjoy!
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