A wonderful Mother's Day

Once there was a very lucky mother, she had a wonderful husband who surprised her with a wonderful Mother's day gift that she had been wanting for a long time.

He was so wonderful that he promptly hung up her wonderful mother's day gift.

She loved how wonderful it looked on her wall.

This lucky mother has four wonderful children. She loves each of them dearly. Each one iss unique and wonderful in their own way. Her first child she loved dearly. He has had OCD since he was born, so...

she often wonders why his shoes outside his room are scattered, but that's just him!

She also wonders how his laundry can pile up so high it's a miracle he's not running around naked!

She loves him inspite of his crazy allergies. He always looks miserable this time of year and it shows!

Oh she realizes, this is why he's not running around naked...he has soooo much clothes it overflows his room!!!

She loves how he keeps his high school accomplishments as decorations around his room. He is such a good kid and she LOVES him so much. He is fun to talk to, he is competitive and loves to win. He wears his emotions on his sleeve for all to see. He is strong and caring.

Her second child is quite different from her oldest. He is quiet and helpful and mysterious.

He has LOVED racoons since he was little. He has amassed quite a collection of stuffed racoons.

He even collects little toy racoons. Just a few weeks ago, he stole one from his two year old cousin! (He also likes owls and turtles.)

He melts his mother's heart because he is her only child that likes to read for enjoyment. She loves talking books with him and suggesting new ones for him to read. He is proud of his accomplishments like earning his eagle. His room is full of displays of who he is. He doesn't say much, but they laugh a lot together and he sees what needs to be done to help her and does it.

Her third child, what a kid. He really loves her and is very affectionate. She loves his daily hugs and kisses good bye on his way to school and at night before bed. He is not afraid to show his affections in public. He is mischivious and moody. But she loves him so!

He clings to his childhood loves: his blankie, his dog and his scooby doo pillow that is so falling apart, he keeps it in a spiderman pillow case.

He still likes to play with pirates and knights and legos and fun boy stuff. He sets up elaborate scenes and plays all day.

He loves sports and is good at anything he tries. He is a natural and she can't wait to see how far that takes him. Her life would be so boring without him in it. He is a hard worker and very disciplined in his daily routines. What a great son he is.

Then there is her baby. The only girl. And such a girly girl she is. Loves feminine things like make up and clothes. She is so compassionate, kind and loving. She will be a great mom someday. She is inventive and curious.
Her room is a reflection of her girliness: Her make up vanity and a shelf full of makeup holders.

Her collection of snow globes on display.

Her collection of dolls.

And her beloved tea sets. She has loved them since she was a toddler.

Oh, she is a lucky lady and counts her blessings daily. This was truly a wonderful mother's day for her as she reflected on her five glorious blessings she is most proud of and grateful for.