To My Mom, On My First Mother's Day
Hi Mom -Happy Mother's Day! I don't know if there are words that really explain how I feel about you now that I have a child of my own. I can say 'thank you' a million times, and it wouldn't really mean much.Being a mom is the hardest thing I've ever done. Harder than 3-a-days during soccer preseason. Harder than that stupid accounting class in college. Harder than any heartbreak I've gone through. I feel judged constantly. My brain is working overtime. I'm tired. Thank you for letting me feel all of those things. Thank you for allowing me to talk through all of my insecurities and bitch about all the silly things that happen on a daily basis. Thank you for the perfect balance of giving sage advice and telling me to get over it. Thank you for the unconditional, tough love.You've taught me to let things slide off my back, to stand up for myself, to question everything. These qualities have certainly come in handy this past year. I've often called you even before calling the pediatrician. You've taught me to keep a cool head in stressful situations, which may be the best thing you've ever given to me. You taught us we "can't really read everything in college" and similarly you've taught me that I can't be everything to everyone. As a mom, I don't think there is anything more important to remember. Thank you!Being a mom has been so eye-opening. I've learned so much about myself, about David, about human development, about other moms, about you! I feel so grateful to have been blessed with my healthy, happy boy. I feel lucky to have such a supportive family and husband. I feel so appreciative for all of the things you did for us when we were kids, and still do today.I have no idea how you did it for all of those years. You deserve a medal, or maybe a long vacation! Thank you for guiding me through this journey with Finn. He's so lucky to have a Grammy like you!We love you and I hope you have the most relaxing weekend you can possibly imagine!xoxo