One of the difficulties about being away from home on holidays of any sort is that I really miss the family time those days bring. I was so sad to talk to mom on Mother's Day to hear of the beautiful baptism of my niece and sister in law that day as well as the traditional dinner and socializing that I was missing.
However, we have established new traditions that help bring our family closer together. The day began with a beautiful breakfast made by both Chris and Andrew. Andrew poured and flipped the pancakes and was so proud to share them with me.
I was showered with awesome Mother's Day gifts from my favorite men:
Andrew gave me a stunning ceramic bowl made in his art class. I also loved his book of poems that he created for me.
My favorite poem was his poem about his mom. Here it is:
Brendan also was busy creating things at school as he made something that I can hang on my wall and put whatever I want to in it. I found the perfect place in the kitchen and will be hanging it soon.
Evan made lots of treats at preschool. He made me a bookmark that I am excited to start using tonight-- it will replace the Dick's Sporting Goods mailer that I have been using. I also received some sweet cards with his hand prints as well as a free pizza coupon to Pizza Hut.
Even daddy got in the mood with gift cards to a few of my favorite places. I can't wait to spend them!
One of my favorite parts of the day came in the afternoon when we all went to Culver's for my free Mother's Day Sunday -- my choice was Chocolate with peanut butter sauce covered in Reeses Cups. Mmmm. . . We all just sat and enjoyed some time together. Then, the big guys golfed and Evan and I played together.
Truly, it was a great day to be mom. Brendan said it best: "It's like your very own Christmas." I couldn't agree more.
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You're a stellar mom, Jen! Glad you had a relaxing mom's day.
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