Being a mother is something I have always wanted. There was never a time in my life, as far as I can remember, that having children was not an option. I loved babysitting, I couldn't wait for someone I knew to have a baby so I could hold the baby, and I would most definitely volunteer to do the dirty jobs just to get the chance to hold the baby longer. It was very important to me once Andrew and I got serious to know he wanted to be a daddy and that he agreed to my four children minimum! He was right on board. What he was not on board for was getting pregnant just after our first year of marriage! I, of course, wanted it to happen ASAP! The moment I found out I was pregnant I felt the connection with my little boy. I wanted to do everything possible to ensure his safety and I worried constantly that something would happen to him. Thankfully, God saw the desire of my heart and blessed us with a healthy baby boy. I quickly took to my role as a mother while carrying Cannon in my womb. I read to him, sang to him, and talked to him as if I were already holding him in my arms. I made sure everything was just right and ready for his entrance into this world. And I also knew even before the sonogram that he was a HE! I just had that mother's instinct I guess. On September 11, 2006 my life changed forever. I held the most precious gift from God. I cried and cried as I finally saw the face of the little boy that I fell in love with as he kicked, hiccuped, and squirmed inside of me. The first few days were so hard. I could not sleep because I had to make sure my little boy was breathing as he slept. I had been waiting for this moment, and I didn't want anything to go wrong. My dream of being a mother finally came true! It was so hard to adapt to the demands a new baby and truthfully, I am still adjusting to the demands of my baby, but I am enjoying every minute of it. Cannon has brought so much joy and happiness to me and my family that life would not be the same without him. He is a great mixture of Andrew and I and I love seeing the little personality he has develop daily. I am so blessed to be a mommy and I hope that one day soon I will have another baby to love as much as I do Cannon. My goal as a mother is to ensure that my children love the Lord with all their heart, mind, and soul. If that is accomplished then I will be the happiest mommy in the world!
I had a wonderful Mother's day! We were in Longview with Andrew's family this weekend. We went to their church and in the service I won the award for the youngest mom! I was really shocked! I didn't expect it at all! The prize was a beautiful vase of red and white roses. Unfortunately, I forgot them at Travis and Bequita's. So I hope you are enjoying them for me Bequita! Andrew fixed breakfast and lunch and did an amazing job! He is such a wonderful husband! Happy Mother's Day to all of my Moms! I love you and you all have been a blessing to me and my family!
You started well, and you desire the best for Cannon, yourself and Andrew. The most important is to seek His kingdom and righteousness and all these other things will be added. Great job, keep the pace, it may seem hard but in the end it is all worth it, do not grow weary and do not give up! Now you are a parent, in some distant time you will be a friend (15-20 years), do not reverse the process. I am proud of you guys.
ReplyDeleteI am enjoying the roses and I certainly enjoyed having you, Andrew and Cannon with me on Mother's Day. You are both doing a great job with Cannon and he is lucky to have the two of you for parents.
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