1st Mother's Day

A "hand"-made bouquet from Evelina

Last Sunday, I had the privilege of celebrating my very first mother's day.  It was a lovely day spent with my sweet husband, my darling Evelina, and the most wonderful Mimi and Poppy (previously known as Grumpa). A day filled with touching messages, pretty flowers, burgers on the grill, delectable strawberry shortcake...and we can't forget lots of kisses, hugs and giggles.   

There are many days that I still don't feel like I am really a mother.  Pregnancy was a surreal experience and motherhood has proven to be similar.  Throughout childhood, adolescence and early adulthood, I was never one of those women that dreamed about having children.  I never enjoyed babysitting or being around other people's kids.  Perhaps because I was the youngest of the family?  Even after Chris and I got married, we still weren't sure, but turned a corner and started yearning for a little one....and I'm so thankful, we're so thankful. 

Any resemblance what so ever?  Eyes?  Smile?  Nose?  Something?

Evelina is the light of my life, she brings a smile to my face each day just by simply being who she is.  She can be happy or cranky, up during the night or sleeping like a dream, easy or challenging, healthy or sick, independent or clingy, but no matter what, I am lucky enough to be her mother, and I wouldn't change a thing.  I love her more than life itself and I can't wait to celebrate mother's day with her for many more years to come.  

We love you Mimi, you are the best!!