Mother's Day...

I wanted to take a minute to talk a little bit about my mom, Terry. She is such a wonderful example to me. She has always been very kind, loving, compassionate and she never talks bad about anyone. She is my very best friend, one who will listen to me when I am whiny, one who will tell me honestly when I ask and when I grow up, I want to be just like her.

Mom, I love you. I hope that you have a great Mother's Day. This is the day for YOU.

I am so thankful that I am yours and you are mine!

(This photo was taken 10 years ago, when our oldest was a newbie)

I am doubly blessed though. Not only do I have my mom, which I am very close to, I have my Mother-in-law whom I totally adore. She is like a second mother to me. I find myself calling her just to chat, as I do with my own mother. Her name is Kari (and I cant find the picture I wanted of her, but this one is both my moms). And she is such a great support to me, and also a great role model.

I have learned so much from both of these women! I am so blessed to have them in my life.

I LOVE YOU!!!

Of course, I also have to say, it wouldn't be Mother's Day for me at all if it weren't for these three sweet little beings. I love each one of them so deeply.

Matthew is my oldest, and probably the most challenging. But he also has a big heart and a strong desire to be loved and be accepted. I am so grateful that he is my son. I cant imagine my life without him! He has taught me a great deal about myself, and has shown me that I am stronger than I realized.

Bethanie is my oldest daughter, and she is the most compassionate person I know. She has a huge heart, she is so thoughtful of everyone and tries to make them feel special. If she hurts someone even by accident, I guarantee it hurts her worse. She never wants to hurt anyone. She is a lovely girl with a golden heart!

Madison is our youngest. She is so much like her big sister, though Madison isn't shy like her Sissy. Madison has a big spirit. She doesn't know she is only two. She thinks she is as big as the other kids. She loves to be a helper and she loves to do things her own way. She strives to do the right, even though she is two, it doesn't always come out that way. She loves to tease anyone who happens to be around her and she is a real deLIGHT in my life!

Also, if it weren't for my husband, they would not be here!