Mother's Day {thankful}

I don't want this post to be heavy but I can't shake how I feel today. Three years ago on this day, Mother's Day, Billy and I were thrilled to tell our mama's we were expecting a baby! It was a day we had prayed would come for a long time. But, the prior Mother's Days were hard. Really hard. I can remember like yesterday the tears I fought back through the Mothers Day church services because we didn't understand why we couldn't conceive. I wanted to be a Mom so badly. Thankfully, God heard my cries and blessed us with my sweet Lilly Rose.

 

Today, my heart is SO full because I have a little girl who calls me mama. My heart is also sensitive to the heavy hearts who want to be a mama. I remember feeling this way last year and surprised when I woke up feeling the same way again. I guess once you struggle with something, you never forget and remember those who may be in the same situation. So while I am both thankful and prayerful today, I'm also elated. Elated because ... I have a busy toddler who couldn't stay still for a picture with me ... because she's growing beautifully inside and out ... because she's funny and curious and most importantly ... because she's happy and healthy. I am one thankful mama!

And not to be forgotten, my mama who is the best mom, a wonderful example of unconditional love, support and the best "Yaya" my girl could have asked for! :)

Rejoice in the Lord always, I will say it again: Rejoice!
Let your graciousness be known to everyone. The Lord is near.
Don't' worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving; let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses every thought, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. ~ Philippians 4:4-7