dear mom

You always told me I would never know how much you loved me until I had children of my own. Since having Oliver I realize how much work and love you have always given me. I honestly don't know how you did this 6 times!! (which I'm grateful you did because I like existing) I'm completely crazy about this little guy even though there are some days that I think he is going to be an only child with how tired I am! Through all the sleepless nights, crying fits, stinky diapers, and baby weight I'm still trying to lose, I can't not look at his sweet face and know it's worth it. Sometimes I feel like I'm going to burst with how much I love him and how happy I am that I am his mother. Every morning he smiles and looks at me with his beautiful almond shaped eyes (that he gets from you) and I can't help but melt and kiss the crap out of him! Now I know why you still kiss me to this day.You can't not look at your child and not love every feature and want to kiss them! Thank you for being my mum and loving me through all my good and bad days (silly teenage years). You made every birthday and holiday exciting, were welcoming to everyone that came through the house,  and most importantly made our home a loving forever family home. I hope I can be as good a mom as you are.

Happy Mothers Day! I love you!!

PS-Yes I totally planned mine and Oliver's matching outfits above...that's just how I roll!