Some Thoughts on Motherhood

These 3. Be still my heart. Nothing compares to being their mommy. And, nothing has taught me more about the unconditional love that our Heavenly Father has for us as motherhood has. I would move mountains for them if I could. I would dry every tear, melt every fear & surround them with pure joy for the rest of their lives if it were possible.

I became a mama at the age of 29. I remember being totally in love with my Favorite Little Mister instantly. When they say “love at first sight” it is TRUE. {Though, really I had already fallen for him as he grew in my womb.} When he would sleep, I would just stare in wonder at this little child of mine. Two years later Sunshine Girl arrived on her due date, not a minute late. Those chubby cheeks & double chin, OH the cuteness! Then another two years passed and Pumpkin Poos completed our little family of 5. Her Chinese name means “The Lord’s Peace” as with any third child, I just wanted a peaceful baby who slept A LOT… well, that did not turn out & as you can see she is full of joy, so my hubby has renamed her “The Lord’s Joy” and it fits her so well.

And, here we were last summer in the middle of the Badlands. See those black dots in the background to the left of my head? That is a herd of buffalo! We were FREE — free to run {while being mindful of possible rattle snake attacks}, free to jump, free to feel the wind in our hair in such a spectacular place. My name means “Youthful Spirit” & I think one part of motherhood that I love is the playfulness, creativity, and silliness we get to experience together.

And, can I just add — motherhood gets better & better. I LOVE the stage they are currently in {almost 12, almost 10 & 7} Not that it is easier by any means, but anything besides the baby stage is fine by me … I am NOT a baby person. But, seriously to travel, play sports, games, create art, have deep & meaningful talks & see who they are becoming is such a gift every single day.

I created this piece of art with my own mom in mind. When brainstorming the text of the piece, I thought of my mom & how she truly raised us with kindness, tenderness, and ENDLESS devotion. My mom is THE epitome of selflessness & truly always put us first. She kept family first & strove to make our home a haven. She never missed a game. Always had time to talk. She gave me the gift of love and continues to be one of my best friends. She is such a support to our entire family and I love her so.

Happy Mother’s Day to all of you moms out there! YOU are truly changing the world!

Grace & Peace,
Julie