Mother's Day

May 12, 2008

I think the best day of my life was the day I became a mother. And the worste day of my life would be the day afterwards. I believe that Gabriel tried to kill me as he made his way into this world. Here's a picture of me on my death bed trying to feed the boy, unable to open my eyes or lift my head because I was in so much pain and so full of drugs. And my body swelled up like a balloon. So not only did I feel awful, I looked awful, too. I don't think I would have survived those first few days without David by my side. He totally deserved a hero party. I contemplated having my tubes tied before leaving the hospital. I also contemplated the fact that women do this more than once sometimes. WHY!?! Once was enough to scare me off forever. But within 1 week of taking him home I knew I would be willing to go through that 10 more times if it meant having sweet little angels in my life. I love being a mother and am so grateful that I get to spend every day with Gabriel watching him grow and learn. He's quite hilarious when you get to know him. And he's already taught me so much. My mother and mother-in-law are exceptional women and I'm so grateful for you in my life. Happy Mother's Day!