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| My Mom |
I am not a big fan of holidays that are based less on
traditions and more for consumer spending. I know that a lot of the traditional
ones have been invaded by that as well, but for me, I know why I am celebrating
those and I have strong feelings for doing so. My husband and I do not
celebrate Valentine’s Day, but we do something with the kids. I personally do
not have expectations for the holidays like that (for me), but am not against
doing something if the kids enjoy it. It just means more to me if it is random
rather than “I got you these flowers because the stores told me too”. I am though, very grateful for the amazing
moms that I am blessed to have in my life… I also love making things and giving
gifts. So, I tend to make things for people for Mother’s Day. This year, I made
jewelry hangers, lotions, and lip balm. I also tried making a watercolor card!
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| My Mother-in-Law |
I love my moms! I do not know
what I would do if I did not have my mom and mother-in-law in my life. They
have both given me such love and friendship. My mom is easily my best friend. I
love that we can talk about anything and we have fun doing projects together.
She has so much knowledge and skills to share with me. I am sad that I do not
live near Liz anymore. I love her sense of humor and just being around her. I
regret that when I was DC we did not do more mom/daughter dates like we did in Occoquan.
These two women are such great examples of strength, love, and kindness.
“Let me love you a little more before you’re not little
anymore” - Unknown
The other part of this holiday, is from the perspective of
me being a mom. This Mother’s Day has made me focus more on the stage my kids
are at and just how truly fast it goes. I love the quote above. I want to cherish the moments of their childhood
more. The little quirks, things they say, are so easily enjoyed but forgotten.
I need to be better at my journal I am writing for each of them, so that I do
not lose those. I want them to know how much fun I had with them and how funny they were.
I was picked to be the mom to two very adventurous, loving,
sweet, funny, and caring kids. I want to always work on being in the moment. In
this day and age it is so easy to get lost in the “world” and lose track of
what is going on. I do not want to miss their crazy stories, their silly jokes,
and their little giggles. I may not be a perfect mom, I make mistakes, I lose
my patience, but I want to make sure that they see me as a happy mom. That they
know they are loved and that they make me so happy. If they end up having me (as
a mom) in their head moving forward – I want to take care of what that voice is.
I hope everyone had a wonderful time celebrating one of the toughest but most fulfilling roles. Sending positive vibes to all of those moms who are struggling, to those who have experienced the horrific loss, & those who may not have the title of mom but have hope to be. Love & Light...It pains me that this day can be a tough one for some. I hope that peace finds you...
~ Love, Hugs & Kisses ~
The B Family
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