This day is always a reminder to me of where I was and where I am today. What I have done as a parent before and after my kids. Today is a happy day for me.
We all have mothered one way or another. Some have been blessed with children of their own and I am happy that you have them. Some are aunts and I have some aunts that are just like a mom to me. Some are in that struggle of wanting children but has not been blessed yet. Before I became a mom of little humans, I was a dog mom. And I wore that title and continue to wear it proudly.
Children, they truly are a blessing. I have 2 children and for me to get them, well it took us down a long road of infertility ups and downs to have them. This mother's day can be a hard one for those wanting to make a family, have children but not being able to. I understand. When we were trying to figure out what was happening, and the why we couldn't, it seemed everyone around me were having babies. That is all I wanted and it consumed me. It was like I was being punished. I had always thought I would be a mom and the thought of never have children never crossed my mind. Then infertility struck. It was a huge blow to me. It took me down that road of discouragement. Feeling I was not who I had planned myself or my life to be.
It took me a while to figure out that this didn't define me. I could be a mom to a child whether or not they came from me. A mom is someone that is there for their children, whether the are biological or adopted. We discussed our options, decided that we would try IVF and if it didn't work, then we would look at adoption. We did IVF and were blessed.
My prayer is that if you are going through this infertility journey, please don't let it discourage you. It is a hard road to travel. And I pray you find strength within yourself on this journey.
For me, I was blessed to have my prayers answered and even more blessed with 2 beautiful children. The journey, many prayers and times on my knees, I would do it all over again.
I love being a mom. It has had it's hard times. And I know I have failed at it at times. But I am only human, and I have never been a mom before. So throughout my childrens 28 years of life, we are doing this thing together. Me and my husband struggle at times, but our parents have led by example what good parents are supposed to be. I thank them for that example and to show us what we should and should not do.
So, HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO YOU ALL! This is your dad and just know that you are appreciated for all that you do.
Psalm 34:18 states "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Love to all,
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