My 1st Mother's Day

We just put the boys to bed and my first official Mother's Day is wrapping up. It's been a really good day overall. BJ surprised me first thing in the morning with my Mother's Day schedule and menu while the four of us were in bed together. He had planned out each part of the day and gave me specific food options for each meal. I had my "Libby's favorite" waffles which he made from scratch for breakfast. We finally made it to church today and the boys did well for the most part. We got a text towards the beginning that Blaine was upset, but BJ went in and calmed him down and they did well the rest of the time. We swung through Back Yard Burgers on the way home and had some down time before going over to Nancy's for the family celebration. It was a little hectic, but we left first to get the boys home. Their still behind on sleep so we did a quick dinner, bath, and just put them to bed. Ironically I don't feel like I got enough time with them today! During breakfast BJ gave me the necklace I had wanted with the boys' initials on it. It's perfect!

I've felt so special and honored by him today and the emotion that keeps running through my heart and mind is thankful. I'm so grateful to God that I get to be a mommy. The miracle of pregnancy, birth, and the privilege of raising two sons is not lost on me for one moment. I am still in awe that I have two healthy, perfect baby boys that are mine. They are a dream come true and an answer to many prayers. I remember one year ago from today I was around 34 weeks pregnant and on bedrest. We still thought they might come any day. I just remember being so ready to meet them and see what they would look like. I was so curious what one year later would look like and here we are.

My first year of motherhood has been the most challenging, yet meaningful of my life. I've never had to dig so deep to keep going some days and to consistently die to myself for the service of my family. I've loved in ways I never could have imagined. So much it hurts sometimes. Pierce Edward and Blaine Robert are the best things that have happened to us. I'm beyond grateful that I get to be their mommy and that I have an amazing husband by my side. That's it. I'm just grateful and blessed beyond measure. Thank you, Lord.