posted by erin on May 13

Yes, that most blessed of mom’s is me. And these 2 little princesses are the reason. They fill my life with joy, laughter, tears, and prayers. It’s true, there are often bad days, or days I wish I could do over, but usually it’s because of ME that I want to do it over (don’t get me wrong, sometimes it IS them). They stretch me and grow me, love me unconditionally no matter how horrible of a mom I was that day, they giggle with me and hug me, give me wet, shnotty kisses and make me very proud of these 2 beautiful creations that God has given me. I love when Ella gets this soft little look on her face and cups my face between her small hands and says “I love you, mommy”. I love when Aidan trips over her feet trying to get to me as fast as she can when I’ve been gone. I love watching them sleep and watching play. I wish the years would slow down a bit, so that I can catch my breath and enjoy the moment.

This morning they gathered in the bathroom with daddy, giggling. Then Ella came out to tell me they had a secret. Ella and Aidan were both holding one handle of a gift bag and they gave me the sweetest gift. It’s a hanging ornament of a mother (an angel, but aren’t we all?) holding her daughter on a swing. The emotions that came bubbling to the surface when I first saw it are hard to describe. It’s so beautiful. I’m going to hang it in a place of honor on my front porch. Love lives here!

15 Comments to “The most blessed mom ever!”

  1. Joyce Says:

    …and one of the prettiest..
    Happy Mommy Day.

  2. Louise Says:

    Happy Mothers Day!
    Beautiful gift!
    Love you

  3. Erin Says:

    Oh Joyce, you are too sweet!

  4. Jen Says:

    Happy Mothers Day Erin
    Your pressie is beautiful.

  5. amelia Says:

    Happy Mother’s Day! What a beautiful gift for a beautiful Mommy from 2 beautiful girls!

  6. Nadine Says:

    What a sweet gift. What a beautiful picture of you and your kids. I see where they get their good looks from.

    Happy Mother’s Day.

  7. Cherrye Says:

    You ARE a blessed mom! Congrats. What a great story. I am glad you had a great day.

  8. Andrea Says:

    I could just squish those cubby cheeks…don’t worry, I’m talking about Aidan! I saw your gift hanging in the porch when we got home last night — it’s beautiful!!

  9. Robin Says:

    How cute!!

    Happy Mother’s Day!!

  10. Jenene Says:

    I almost cried when I read this, and I’m not even a mom!

  11. Alexis Jacobs Says:

    What beautiful kids. God is awesome ((hugs))

  12. Boho Girl Says:

    you are so lovely…and your girls are divine.

  13. it's me, Val Says:

    Coming in late . . . but with lots of Mother’s Day hugs for you. Hope it was fabulous and it sounds like it was. Beautiful pic, Erin. Keep up the hard work as a wonderful mommy. xo

  14. cheeky Says:

    Happy Mother’s Day, a little late I know.
    The girls are too precious and I’m glad you had a special day. I love the description of Ella cupping her hands on your face.
    I really enjoyed your wedding photos. Blessings to you and yours. I love that you are blessed to be married to your best friend, it wouldn’t be right any other way.
    xo

  15. Erin Says:

    Your girls are sooooo cute!

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