I guess with all of my writing for my masters degree, I needed some time to just enjoy, spend time with my girl and not write....for many weeks. Well it has been about 4 weeks since I last wrote. Its time to dive into this story again.
I have been reflecting on mother-hood a lot recently. How wonderful it is. I still find myself marveled at this sweet baby, who was actualy growing inside me at one point. It is amazing what a baby does. You know, those cheesy commericals that say, "having a baby, changes everything". Well, that is true. I have always thought of my life of "if I hadn't done this...." or "if I hadn't met so-and-so" so many wonderful, joyus things would not be in my life.
Here is one example:
*if my parents had never divorced....
*my dad would have never remarried
*my step-mom would have never sent me to summer camp
*I would have never met B, therefore we wouldn't be married...yadda yadda yadda...
As a mother, I find myself constantly reflecting on everything. Some would say that is exhasuting...I find it exciting. By giving birth to a wonderful child I am more motivated than ever in my life to make things more creative, heathly, organized, and well-rounded. Might have I been this way as well just from getting older and wiser? Possibly, but in my case I am giving my daughter (and my amazing husband) all the credit.
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After I finihsed my masters, it has been so relaxing just enjoying all of the time I have with Moey.
Some recent moments with my girl...
July 2012
Sleeping in a cloud.
Enjoying orange sugar water with Tyler.
* That is NOT a juice box, just saying.
All ready to go to a wedding!
Quite possibly my favorite picture of her, EVER.
Sharing ice cream with Papa.
Lounging in our chair.
Organzing research articles for Momma.
Hesitant at the airport, going to Connecticut with Momma for a visit!
Snuggling Clarence, telling him to be brave.
Climbing, EVERYWHERE.
What does THIS button do??
Exploring Grumpy and Mow Mow's farm.
She found a chicken!
Auntie Care Bear :)
Picking cherry tomatoes on the farm.
With Graham post Renchler Field 5K race.
Pedicures with Mow Mow.
Playing in our room at Grumpy and Mow Mow's house.
Chick book from Pop Pop and GiGi.
In the garden.
Mulching the steps.
"HI!!!"
I love you Auntie.
Sink bath!
Giving Faye a treat.
First class service for this one year old!
A List.
Chalk painting.
New hat from Great Aunt Friend.
**this is what happens when she eats strawberries, YIKES**
Papa built us a table and chair to eat/play!!
Favorite toy...shoes.
Fabric.
Clarence's new blanket.
Light walkway at the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame.
Snuck into our bed. Im not complaining.
Putting socks on Clarence.
Poor Clar.
Fun at the park!
Always waking up so happy from naps.
Clarence's carriage is so much more fun to ride in.
Thanks Papa for encouraging.
Resting.
Snack.
Dressing up.
Lefties.
Coloring.
The body is the best canvas.
Toes are even better.
Practicing for the olympics!
CHEESE.
Snuggling, watching stories.
Bath time cutie.
Milk jugs....best toy EVER.
Being a great helper in Momma's classroom.
Momma's graduation. August 11th
Trying out late-night hair styles.
Bubbles with Papa.
Wheres the baby!?
Feeding Papa a peach.
What do you say? There is not a baby in this bed, I swear.
Pretty, pretties.
Just look. at. the. feet.
Cartoon Moey = Kid Curly.
