Motherhood. . .

My amazing friend, whom I look up to a lot wrote this beautiful article on Motherhood and I loved it.  She writes it perfectly about what motherhood is and I wanted to keep it forever.  Thanks Trinity for the great words of inspiration!! 

Motherhood is
By: Trinity Powell

Motherhood is described as a kinship between an offspring and mother. Motherhood is secretly watching my children while they play, dance and watch television; with a smile of gratitude. Gratit...ude in knowing that my children are mine, forever. Motherhood is stacking blocks so that my children can take turns knocking them over. Bathing one child after another and enjoying the simple, sweet and daily tasks of caring for my children. Motherhood is going for long walks enjoying the peace and beauty of the world. Playing princess to the sword fighting princes or whatever wonderful game my children invoke. Motherhood is providing comfort for a crying child during the night, kissing scrapes and bruises and making the hurt all better. Providing a lap to sit on whenever and wherever my children and I may be. A mother's lap is a place of comfort, peace and refuge. Motherhood is teaching a child to count to ten, learn the ABC's and lessons of life. It is the molding of the children and always reminding them that they are loved, good, providing encouragement and the constant reminding that I am blessed to be 'their’ mother. Motherhood is a natural glow that radiates from every inch of one's being once a child is placed in a mother's arms. Hearts become full and finally a minute understanding of how deeply the Lord must love each and every one of his children burns within us. Motherhood must not be taken lightly.

I am a mother. My heart melts at moments just looking into my children’s eyes. The abundance of love is so overwhelming I begin to cry. Having each child placed in my arms for the very first time and knowing that they are mine, forever, is without a doubt a perfect moment. I am not a perfect mother, but I am trying to take each instant and tuck it safely into my heart. At times my children are the example and I beam with joy and a profound understanding that my teachings have not gone unnoticed. I hope to raise honest, humble and respectful boys. I hope to be a sense of security and shelter. I hope to be a place of refuge when the world weighs down too heavily. I hope to always radiate love and understanding even when my children are not doing what is expected of them. I hope that when my children think of me they think of a beautiful calm and unconditional love.

I really am so grateful for the opportunity to be a mother and hold my sweet children everyday.  I am so grateful for the amazing mother that I have as well.  She is one of my best friends.  I am so grateful for Mother's Day and the opportunity to recognize our amazing mothers and everything they have and continue to do for us. 

Happy Mothers Day!!