Happy Mother’s Day

I dare you to go see this video about mother’s day and not cry. Dare you!

So today is my 4th mother’s day. 4 years ago, I was anxiously awaiting the arrival of my amazing daughter. I never ever at that time had any idea what motherhood was truly going to bring me. Years of sleepless nights, tears of worry and joy, profound moments of peace and happiness and sheer exhilaration, frustration, patience, appreciation and wonder.

Since becoming a mother, I have gained a greater respect for who my mom was when I was a child and who she is today. I cannot think of another person who comes even close to how amazing my mother is to me in my life. She has lived an inspiring life of struggle and pain and shown strength beyond my imagination to become the inspiring woman she is today. I love her, cherish her, admire her and love her so much. To my mom, on this Mother’s Day and everyday, I love you.

Mom, you are a loving and attentive grandma, aka Gigi

And to you two little drews who call me mom – I can’t say enough about how much you’ve changed my life for the better. There is so much more to worry about in this world when I have two kids to raise and try to teach. You make my days brighter, moments happier, and make me a better person everyday through the little lessons that your little minds teach. I can’t say enough how much you both mean to me and how much I absolutely adore you both. When I think of the way you both see me, as MOM, it’s daunting to face the challenge of meeting your needs and fulfilling your lives. You both make me a better woman, a better mom, a better friend, a better wife, each and everyday and I am thrilled at the thought of so many more days in our lives together, watching you grow and learn.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!