First Mother's Day

As Mother's Day was approaching, I wondered if it was something I could "officially" celebrate yet. As I thought about it, it was made very clear - of course I can! I am carrying the most beautiful little angel with a real heartbeat, a real personality (already), and I have a real love for her as my very own daughter. I started getting really excited about that day. And what a wonderful day it was...
On Sunday morning, I was woken up with a sweet little tap on my shoulder...and breakfast in bed! Matt made me eggs, toast, cereal, and orange juice! Man, he knows the way to my heart - with food! And these days, I don't miss a breakfast, so it was wonderful to get food before I even got out of bed! What a treat. I took my time getting ready for church, and all the while, I had little butterflies in my stomach - I actually get to celebrate this day now!!
While I was getting ready, Matt told me he had another little surprise for me...ooh, I love surprises! I had to go into Siena's room to find the surprise. I searched around a little, and to my surprise, I found a little box underneath our fluffy little friend Franklin (the huge furry duck) laying in Siena's crib. I got a little excited at the sight of a "little box" - as we women do - but I wasn't sure what to expect. I opened it up...and well, here's what I saw:


It is HOPEFULLY our little Siena's birthstone! What a precious gift - I was so excited! A beautiful peridot stone - August's birthstone. When Matt bought it, he knew it was a little bit of a risk, because really she could be born in July, but with an August 10 due date, we're just going to hope that the 2 week cushion will be enough to keep the stone! :) And, if she decides to arrive a little early, then I'll just show my love for my husband - he for sure was born in August!! :) Either way, the thought was what really mattered, and I wear that necklace with pride - for my little one and for my family!
At church, we were given a Mother's Prayer. It now hangs on my mirror and I read it every day. The line that really hits me right now is, "...thank you for entrusting this child into my care..." I think about that line a lot. I think about Siena all the time and I am constantly aware of her and wanting to make sure she is okay, healthy, and happy. God has given Matt and I this little angel to care for - and I am so blessed to be able to care for her. God help us as we continue on the journey!
I have not ever thought of Mother's Day like I did this past Mother's Day. What a special day it is - a tribute, really, to all the mothers and the love shared between family. It's an honor to be a part of this "group" now and to be able to celebrate being a mom. I am one happy, blessed mama. :)