On this Mother's Day...

I am feeling so many things...nervous, stressed, worried, impatient, swollen, and even a little crabby. The past few months have been so very busy and consuming it has been difficult to give my attention to the little things - until this weekend.  Andy was able to get away for a much deserved night with the guys.  This gave me the opportunity to spend some much needed time with Marie.  The only thing that would have made this weekend better for me was having my Charlie, but I know he has been getting lots of love from Grammy, Papa, and Liz. 

one last time up high in our tree

Marie and I did things our way this weekend: watched princess movies on the couch, ate too many sweets, went for a bike ride where I let her choose the path, threw too many coins in the waterfall at the mall making secret wishes, made silly faces until our stomachs hurt from laughing and swam until our fingers were all wrinkly.

It made me realize how lucky I am to have a daughter who I love to spend time with and who loves to spend time with me. She and I are very similar, yet I love to see how different we are too.  Even at this young age, she has so many qualities I admire.

So, on this Mother's Day, I am reminding myself to let go of all that is on my mind and allow myself to feel blessed, lucky, happy, content, and loved. 

Saying goodbye to the house