Saturday, May 9, 2009

Happy Mother's Day

I remember the moment that I became a mother.
I heard the words, "It's a girl," and nothing had ever sounded so wonderful.
I remember the first time I saw her. I had to be wheeled into the NICU in my bed because I couldn't walk. She was hooked up to so many things, but I didn't see any of that. I just saw a tiny baby that I knew was mine and thought she was the most beautiful thing ever.
I remember the first time I held her, knowing that this is what we'd been missing.
I remember the first time I knew she could see me. We stared at each other for so long. I think she knew that we belonged to each other.
I remember being so thankful.
Thankful for every look, every breath, every moment.
I still am.
Happy Mother's Day!!!

2 comments:

Julie said...

That was the first time you made me cry instead of laugh. Happy mother's day!!!

Sharon said...

It made me cry too. Beautiful and well said. Love you.