This year my kids made me a lovely Mother’s Day Countdown Calendar for the 11 days leading up to Mother’s Day. They were very diligent this year to make sure there was something special planned for each day. One of my favorite days was Thursday night when the kids performed an original, hilarious play with four scenes depicting how each child would act if he/she were a parent. At the end they stated they were thankful I wasn’t like the parents depicted in the play. I laughed so hard I was crying. Other gifts included nuts, pictures, and homemade gifts. It was all very special.
Josh was sick on Mother’s Day – but thankfully he had made Mother’s Day breakfast the day before, since he knew there wouldn’t be time Sunday morning. For supper Isaiah helped me put together chicken kabobs that I roasted in the oven, and Isaiah grilled hotdogs over charcoal outside. After supper the family gave me cards and gifts.
Being a mommy is a wonderful gift – from God and from Josh. Having six children is an incredible gift and privilege. There are many joys, encouragements, and lots of laughter. But it’s not all smilies – there is also exhaustion and weariness and discouragement. But it’s a good life work – a work that is worth it and that is filled with love and loving. It’s a lifework that is teaching more about who God is and about His love for me and my need of Him. I’m thankful God has given me my husband and my six precious children. Thankful for these gifts.
Sometimes I can’t believe it – I’m a mama for six children. Blessed!