Why I love being a mom

If you read my last blog, you may understand my mood. I wanted to share another passion of mine that I sometimes have to remind myself of--why I am a mother and why I stay at home. Life is full of so many distractions that I felt I needed to focus on the great blessings I have.

I have been typing some excerpts from my journal into documents for my children's baby books. Yesterday, I began typing October 2, 2006. For those of you who don't know the significance of that day, it's the day Audrey was born. A flood of feelings as I relived that day overcame me. I today read the blog of a woman who was in my previous ward. She reminded me of the joy that comes from being a new mother.

So, here's a short list of the reason's I LOVE being a mother:

1. Hearing Richard say, " Mommy, I love you! You're so pretty!"

2. Hearing Audrey say, "Ma, Ma, Ma, Ma."

3. Holding one of them on my lap and having a head nestled against my chest.

4. Hearing a cry of distress and knowing I am the one being sought after and I can be a comfort.

5. Having a vulnerable child in my care to guide through this confusing world.

6. Having a vulnerable child actually look to me to guide them.

7. Cuddling with a child to help him/her go to sleep.

8. Hearing Richard say, "Mommy, I want to cuddle with you. Come sit by me."

9. Having Audrey plop herself down on my lap.

10. Knowing someone will love me unconditionally as I learn patience, compassion, etc.

11. Hearing Audrey squeal and laugh with delight as I chase and tickle her.

For those of you who are parents, I'm sure you can relate to the joy that fills your soul as you watch your child progress, learn, etc. I adore my children. I am far from eloquent and often feel I struggle to express what I am feeling. I hope I have conveyed at least a small portion of what I wanted to share.