A mothers love is deep. A mother is not always someone who gave birth. A mothers character is woven through sacrifice and dedication. Mother is the highest noblest calling. As the world celebrates mothers tomorrow my thoughts have been going on what makes a mother. For every woman is to be honored on Mother's Day for truly every woman possesses the nature of motherhood. Nurturing, caring for others, being strong, protective, loving, hard working, fun, multi-tasker, giving, knowledgable, and so much more are the traits I see in motherhood. My mother is a true example of motherhood and all the beauty of womanhood.
I have always appreciated, loved, and admired my mother but not until becoming a mother myself did I really realize how much. As I brought Jane into the world, as I have stayed up countless nights, as messes are cleaned up constantly, as meals are prepared, dishes cleaned, baths made, diapers changed, tears wiped, swings pushed, car seats buckled, owies kissed, stories read, teeth brushed, tantrums calmed, toys played with, groceries bought, house picked up, laundry done, Cheerios scraped off he floor, boogers wiped, smiles and giggles had...and so much more that comes from being a mom. I have come to be filled with awe at my mother. She had/has 6 children and at one point 5 under the age of 6!! She's amazing. She has always been there for me and all my siblings. She believes in us. Trusts us. Loves us. She is a true woman and an amazing mother.
The last two days my Jane girl has been sick. She has slowed down, cuddled lots and been extra clingy and sensitive. On the second day I had a moment of frustration and an overwhelming feeling of inadequacy for all I was needing to do. As I sat in my rocker in her room she hugged my knee and out of no where handed me a tissue, gave me a kiss and picked a book called "Mommy Hugs." I then cried even more. This little angel taught me in a moment of anguish that I was needed and loved and cared for. There are moments that all women have doubt, feelings of inadequacy or a lack of importance. As a busy pregnant mother behind on lots of to-dos and must-dos I definitely can be hard on myself and in turn lose my patience with those I love. Times like this little angel moment give me the boost and reminder I need that womanhood, motherhood, is tough and so worth it!! There is nothing I would trade or desire more than to be a mother. I love my Mister James for being the man of my life and for the daddy he is to jane. I love my Jane bug and the snuggles and love she gives me, and I love our William boy who gives me kicks and jabs to remind me he's about to be a part of our family. I love the opportunities I am given to stretch and enhance the qualities and gifts I've been blessed with as a woman. I rejoice in motherhood and womanhood!!!
