From the time that I was a little girl tending to my dolls and parading my Taffy-cat around in a pram, it was my heart’s desire to be a mommy. I watched, mimicked and adored my own mother, hoping with every hope I had that I would one day be just like her. So, it was with extreme honor, a full heart and overwhelming gratefulness that I was able to attend three different Mother’s Day events at the littles’ schools this week.
The baby’s class put on a spring play, in which he starred as the most precious blue bird you ever did lay eyes on. At the end of the show, each child shared why they love their mommy. The answers were completely darling… because she loves me, because she reads to me, because she tucks me in at night, because she makes my boo boos better, and because she takes me to restaurants. Yep. That’s why the baby loves me… because I take him to restaurants :-)
He presented me with a sweet hand towel, lovely flower and darling card.
On Thursday, the PCP’s class hosted their moms for a delish bagel breakfast! His amazing teacher planned a lovely morning honoring us – she even had the kids serve their guests of honor. So very sweet.
My seat was set with a sweet placemat, a coffee mug, a card and a darling little box who’s sentiment had me choking back the tears.
And then on Friday, the baby’s class treated their mommies to Krispy Kreme donuts! It was awfully hard to leave him afterwards. I can hardly stand that my baby is getting so big. It’s bittersweet that all of my firsts with him are also lasts.
Being mommy to these two children is something that I am thankful for every moment of every day. The depth and breadth of love that I have for these boys, and the one I lost, is immeasurable. My heart overflows with gladness as I fall to my knees with gratefulness.
Now, I must go dry my eyes and make myself presentable for baseball games galore!
xoxo
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Ok, I would have been bawling! That is so precious. I love the fill in the blank questions, their answers are so precious. I still have the ones our girls gave me many years ago.
Have a Wonderful Mother's Day!!
Your kids are so sweet. How great to have all those chances to spend with them at school this week. Don't you want to just stop time every now and then? Have a Happy Mother's Day!
-Shelley
What a heartfelt post. Have a wonderful Mother's Day. Hope they spoil you rotten!
Amelia
Oh Amanda, how you've made me cry! I hope you won't misunderstand me but this Mothers day as the last few have left me incredibly sad. My mom passed in 2005 and I lost my son Mikie at 27 in 2011. So often I go through all the little things he created as a child~ the tender penmanship, the drawings, the home-made cards and I so desperately want to go back in time. The little box you received just melted my heart, cherish it with all your heart for our sons grow up so fast, move away and life changes so much we can never imagine. How I wish one of the my son mementos was that little adorable box too! I know you've no idea who I am and live in Northern Indiana but you touch me in so many ways with the loving things you do for your children! Your the first blog I read and never cease to find joy in all your accomplishments. Bless your dear heart this Mothers Day for you are one in a million! Your sons are VERY lucky to have you! Sincerely, Lori Kolecki
Thank you, Lori, for sharing your story. I know that Mother's Day, like many holidays, is a very hard day for many. I will be thinking about you in the days ahead. xo
So many moments each day my heart is so full knowing God chose me to mother these three precious angels. There are times I stagger knowing I am responsible for these three babies and He picked me to raise these gifts. I loved today's post. So beautiful
I love this post! It's always evident that your boys mean the world to you and I love that. They are totally adorable and growing up so fast! These are such treasured memories ~
Happy Mother's Day!
xo
Pat
Your post and photos are so sweet! =)
I hope you have a wonderful Mothers Day!
I know your son's teacher. I'm sure that he's had a wonderful 1st grade year. Are you ready to be a room mother again next year. I'm betting all the second grade teachers are hoping they get both your son and you.
Sweet stuff — enjoy every moment!
xo Heidi
Amanda,
You inspire me to be better, more grateful, and to live life to the fullest. It sounds crazy, you don't know me from adam, but you've inspired me in everything from mothering my babies to home decor! Thank you for writing this blog everyday. God bless you and happy mother's day!!!!
Dionne
With a lump in my throat…you're the goodest and they recognize it! Have a happy day today!
Such a sweet post! Your boys are so very lucky to have you!!!