We had a great Mother’s Day this year. Sunday morning dawned sunny and warm, so we packed up the boys and headed to the beach. We played in the sand, dipped our toes in the (freezing cold) water and just relaxed in the sun. As I’ve mentioned before, I always feel just a little bit closer to Brienna when I’m near the water. So walking along the beach with Pat and our boys while taking in the sights, sounds and smell of the ocean just felt good for my soul. It was perfect.
I had hoped for a peaceful afternoon at the cemetery, but with two kids, it didn’t quite happen as I envisioned! Pete was running around trying to pick flowers off the other graves, James was crying and it was just a bit chaotic. I was sad about it for a bit, but then I realized that it’s just part of life with kids. I am so incredibly blessed to be a mom to Brienna, Pete and James. My boys make me happier than I ever thought possible, even amidst the chaos. And I like to think that Brienna was smiling down on her family and feeling the love we all have for her. She started me on this journey of motherhood, and I’m forever grateful to her for giving me such an amazing gift. I am constantly amazed at how much love my heart can hold for my kids. I am one lucky mom.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the great mothers we know and love! We were lucky enough to see both our moms this weekend, spending Saturday with Nana and Sunday with Bana. It was a great weekend 🙂
Beautiful pictures and touching post, Laurie! Brienna, Pete and James are so lucky to have you for their mom, and I’m blessed to have such an amazing woman for my daughter-in-law.
I’m so glad you got to spend time at the beach on Mother’s Day — always a peaceful and special place. You are a wonderful mom to Brienna, Pete, and James, and I feel equally as blessed to have you and the MiniMarrs in my life.