Mothers Day 2012

This was one of the greatest moments of my life- holding my precious baby for the first time. He has made me so happy. Being a mom is sometimes hard, there have been lots of sleepless nights and too early mornings, tears and tantrums (mostly from Chase), not to mention that by 20 minutes into sacrament meeting I'm usually ready to pull my hair out.

However,
those sweet smiles and giggles,
him sitting on my lap and cuddling while I read to him,
cradling him in my arms to sing lullabies,
seeing his excitement at each new milestone,
helping him learn new things and watching him grow,
getting kisses and hugs,
hearing him say his first words,
playing a hilarious game of hide and seek

makes it all worth it.

I'm so glad I get to be a mom to this sweet boy. There really isn't anything in the whole world I'd rather be doing with my time. I'm working hard to be the best mom possible for this boy, and I'm learning. I grew up with the best example. Ben will even tell you that meeting my mom cemented his determination to marry me- when he saw the kind, hardworking woman she is (and also an amazing cook- which is very important to Ben) he knew I'd shape up to be a pretty good wife and mother. I hope I can be as amazing of a mom as I was blessed with. I'm definitely grateful for the chance.