Mother's Day 2009

I had a great (and super busy) Mother's Day this year. I am just so grateful for the privilege I have to be a mother. I love my children so much! They bring so much joy to my life. Since I was a tiny girl I have dreamed of being a mother. I wanted nothing more than to be a wife and mother. I just feel like I'm living my dream! Don't get me wrong, there are times that I feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and just plain tired but then I remember that my kids will grow up so fast and that I should enjoy this stage of motherhood--fingerprints on windows, sticky floors, endless laundry, wet kisses, and all! Well, my Mother's Day began with a waft of delicious homemade breakfast drifting into my bedroom. Brandon prepared breakfast for everyone--me, the kids, and his parents and sister! We were so lucky to have them come up for the weekend. After breakfast the chaos began! I was giving a talk in Sacrament AND teaching Sharing Time in Primary so I was busy making last minute preparations. Everyone helped get the kids ready so I could focus on my talk. Luckily Brandon's parents were here to help with the kids during Sacrament meeting because I don't think he would have survived it alone. Primary was unusually crazy because all my counselors were gone so I was flying solo. After church we ate some scrumptious baby-back ribs and they were tuh-die-for! Mmmmm! The day ended on a more relaxing note (thank goodness) and we went on a walk and just enjoyed eachother's company. Did I already mention that I have the best husband in the world? He makes life better! I'm also grateful for my own amazing mother. Anyone who knows my mom can agree that she is the most selfless and giving person in the world. I just hope that I can be half the woman she is. I love her so much! I'm also eternally indebted to my sweet mother-in-law who raised a wonderful, loving, amazing son who I am honored to be married to. She has been such a great example to me and has accepted me into their family as if I were her own daughter. I love her so much! Happy Mother's Day!
Me and my munchkins!

Yummy dinner!

Mother's Day walk

I told Brandon that I wanted one of these for Mother's Day and he let me get it!