Sidenote: I rejoice in motherhood not only on mother's day, but every day! I was born to nuture and love. Now that I am a mother, I am certain that God truely does have a divine plan for women. He gave us this wonderful role, as mothers, and the ability to love unconditionally as He does. I feel closest to God when I am with my sweet children (except when Allie is throwing a temper tantrum) :) I never knew how rewarding motherhood could be. I wouldn't trade it for a gazillion dollars. I live for my children (and husband) and I would die for them as well. Sometimes I wish we lived long ago when there weren't so many things demanding our time. Sometimes I wish we lived in more humble circumstances on a farm without a car where we grew our own crops as a family, worked as a family, fetched our own wood and water from a well as a family, slept in a small 1 room house or shed as a family, without any phone calls to make or receive, without e-mail to check or internet to browse, or gyms or restaurants to attend. Just for a moment, it sure would be fun to cook and eat all of our meals with Daddy. To spend all of our time together. To go to sleep singing silly songs and hymns and waking up to Kailee and Allie crawling all over us. I bet there would be more time for long family walks, more games of hide-and-seek, more gratitude in our hearts for all that we have, including each other. Family really is my #1 priority and I'm so grateful to have a husband that puts his family first as well. Though we can't hop in a time machine and live a hundred or so years ago, I hope that I can teach my kids to love one another and to be grateful for all that we have, to reach out to others, and to always put family first. I hope we are never too busy to sing and dance around the house, to read stories to our children, to talk and to laugh, to live and to love. I am so grateful to be a mother. The Lord must really think highly of us to entrust us with Allie, as she has surely hit her "terrible twos!" Though she is strong-willed and a challenge, I'm going to look at this next year as her "terrific twos!!" I"m grateful Allie has such a wonderful big sister to look up to. Kailee truely is an angel. She is so sweet and loving and patient with Allie. Allie too is a sweet little angel; her wings are just on fire!!! :) Kailee randomly tells me all the time "I love you Mommy!" Allie loves to give hugs and kisses. Both girls love to snuggle and play with us! These are the moments we live for! Thankyou girls for bringing your Mommy so much joy, so much laughter, so many smiles, and so much love. "I'll love you forever, I'll love you for always, as long as I'm living, my babies you'll be!" And even someday when I pass on, I hope you'll always remember the love I have for you! Though my mom does not live close by, I can still feel the love she has for me! I think a Mother's love is the greatest gift God could give children. Thanks Mom for always loving me, encouraging me, and believing in me!! You have made me a better person and a better mother! I love you!
Secondly, I adopted two kids for 4 1/2 days!! Jared's sis went on a cruise with her hubby (lucky)... so our nieces, Ocean & Eden, came to play with us! Our girls thoroughly enjoyed the company! Their girls are 3 and 5, so they joined in our preschool and were a great addition! Kailee LOVES playing with them! Allie loved the company too, she just didn't like that there were more people to share and take turns with :) On Sunday night, Jared's brother, Cameron, came to visit for a night. Here are a few pics. Enjoy!
Kailee looks like she's asleep! :)
Chilly Willies!! AKA popsicles! Yummy!
3 comments:
What a sweet post. You are such a great mother. If you find a way to time warp, I'll go with you, at least for a day. What I really want to know is who is eating popsicles and going swimming. We are still stuck in our house every day due to rainy cold weather. That settles it, we're moving to Texas.
I think we have twin children. Emery is so mellow and calm...Jane,on the other hand has quite a lot of energy and personality. Wish we could still hang out!:)
My dear sweet daughter- Shannon Rose, you made me cry. I don't usually post comments anymore (I leave that to your friends) but I wanted to express my thanks & gratitude for your kind & loving words. Shannon, first of all, "YOU" are a wonderful mother. Now you can understand the pure, deep & abiding love that overcomes you as you become a mother. It is so heartwarming to me to see you experience the miracle of motherhood. It is truly one of the most amazing, joyous & divine gifts. Shannon sweetie, you are a really great & remarkable writer. You express yourself beautifully. As someone who also enjoys writing, it is such a delight for me to read your postings. As your mom, it is so enjoyable and amazing for me to read what your ideas & thoughts are on motherhood, (Kailee & Allie), Jared, your testimony, faith, friends, family & life in general. I love that you express yourself so well- because it lets me know some of what you are thinking inside and it always reassures me that you are thriving. You are a great mother. You will always be a great example to your kids because you exude genuine kindness, empathy & love for people (& so many other fine qualities & attributes). Your fun-loving, warmth & kindness touches people- as is evident in all the people who count you as a friend. You radiate light, joy & happiness. Your exuberance for life & your beautiful spirit brings me great joy & comfort. I love you with all of my heart & soul. Give my love to Jared. (you both share so many of these qualities :-) Hugs & Kisses to the girls from Nana & Papa. Love, ~MOM~
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