there wasn’t much surprise this morning since brendan was so excited yesterday that he gave me the lo-down in detail of what was going to happen today, including exactly what the card looked like that he picked out for me! but that was ok … i get a kick out of how much the kids enjoy doing special things on these days. i especially love all the handmade gifts. i remember coming up with new projects every year to tell mom how much i loved her when i was a kid and it excites me to no end every time i see my kids get creative!
this year, brendan’s school had a mother’s day picnic. they sang songs, baked muffins, and made lots of goodies. these kids (and teachers) really worked hard! and it didn’t go unnoticed by us moms. 
most exciting for the kids i think was that the butterflies they’ve been watching hatch the last few weeks in class were ready to be set free the same day. what perfect timing!
on a personal note, mother’s day is bittersweet for me. i am so happy to have these amazing children to love, care for, and enjoy every single day. they truly are my biggest blessings. but at the same time, i know i would never be a mom without two very special women who i am forever grateful to in ways i couldn’t possibly find the words for here. the day wouldn’t be complete without acknowledging them and i wish them both every happiness.
hope you all are having a wonderful day as well!
Great pics! Love the one of Brendan standing there—beaming—with all of his treasures in hand! And, I of course, can appreciate the beauty of your last paragraph more than most. God bless the angels who gave us our families!