Happy Mother's Day

I wanted to say a simple thank you to all the wonderful mothers in my life. The past 11 months have taught me so much and have made me truly appreciate motherhood. I have several friends that are moms and I know how hard they work in the office and at home. I am really going to enjoy my first Mother's Day knowing that I am surrounded all these by incredible mothers.

Two of my closest girlfriends also had babies this past year. Happy Mother's Day ladies!  Believe me I know, this new life has been a jolt. The crying, the diapers, the spit up! I know that you can't help but enjoy every minute. You both look just as good as you did in college. I love you and all of your beautiful babies.

I've been married almost 2 years and I have a wonderful mother-in-law. Lets not get too mushy. One of my favorite things about her is that she's not afraid to split a bottle of wine with her daughter-in-law. I do wish that she'd give up more dirt on her son, but what can you do. Seriously, Josh had to get all of his marvelous traits from someone. Blake loves her Gramma and I love my sister-in-law, so thank you Monica.

Another incredible mother is my grandma. She lives way out in Tupelo Mississippi. She's the best because I'm not always at my best. What I mean is that I'm not always the best at calling or writing, but it doesn't matter. Whenever I call or see her it's like we didn't miss a beat. No matter what's going on with her I know that she loves me just as much now as she did when I was a little girl.  Did I mention, that she's the stubborn woman who made my mom who she is? I make sure that Blake listens to her Great Grandma Drury recordable book once a week. I tell her how lucky she is to have such a special lady in her life. Thank you Grandma.

My mom and I have always been close. Initially I think it was forced on us, people were always going nuts about how we looked alike! Having my own daughter has made us closer than ever. I would have never thought that a baby could make such a change in our relationship. I've thought about my life growing up so many times this past year. I remember my mom having to be so tough in the hospital when I was a sick kid. I'm not sure I could be that strong. I'm in total awe of all that she's accomplished. Along with all the tough times, there have also been parties, stories and endless laughs. I can only hope that Blake and I have the kind of the relationship that I share with my mom.  I love you Mom. You can thank me for posting this picture later.

Until next time