Mother's Day

It's so hard to believe that my second Mother's Day is already here.  Last year was a bit of a whirlwind with a weekend full of parties and a little girl with her first cold.  After having an 6 month who had slept through the night for a while, staying up all night with a poor little girl who couldn't breathe was rough.  I wasn't seasoned anymore.

I've said it a million times, but being a mom is truly such a tough job.  But it's so much more rewarding then any performance review or bonus at work. 

Hearing Zoe talk to her animals and baby over the monitor in the morning...

Walking into her room and seeing that HUGE smile just for me and her popping up with her arms outstretched....

Finally getting kisses when we ask (even if they are open mouthed and slobbery)...

Putting her to bed at night and having her say "night night" and wave bye bye through her crib slats well after the door is shut...

She's amazing.  I had no idea what to expect when I was pregnant.  And things are definitely different since having her.  But wow, they've changed for the better.  I never imagined the sheer magnitude of love I'd feel instantaneously.  And somehow, it keeps growing and growing which I never thought possible.

I'm so thankful for this little girl who made me a momma.  Even when she tries my patience, I wouldn't trade her for anything :) :)