Mother's Day

It was a great first mothers day! I woke up to Lyla handing me my favorite thing in the world- See's candy. They were even all individually picked out to make sure I loved every piece, and I did, it was gone by the end of the day, haha.

Here she is all ready for church (done by daddy) holding the candy

Out on the grass by our apartment, had to take a "first mothers day" pic

That same day she made a "milestone" and grabbed her toy several times, and actually on purpose, not just by accident! I thought she looked so cute with her little tongue out concentrating so hard to grab on. Such a little thing but I was so proud of her :)


Being a mother is the best thing in the world. I know, everyone says that, but it really is. I wake up every morning smiling knowing I get to spend the day with such a sweet little girl who I love so much. Don't get me wrong, every day isn't just a bundle of happiness and and ease, but all the hard work is definitely worth it. I am so blessed to have such a wonderful husband and daughter. Thank you Josh (and Lyla) for making my first mothers day so special :)

And also, of course, a big thank you to my wonderful mother for raising me with such love and care, being such a great example of how to raise my own daughter. Mothers day definitely has a different tone to it now that I know how truly strong a mothers love is for her children.