Whoa Kiddos... Slow Down...

My itty bitty baby girl celebrated her 13th birthday this month at Main Event with some of her best friends.

This year for her gift I bought her the make-up bag, the make-up and face cleaning stuff.
Although her brothers frown upon her wearing this stuff already. I figured it was time.
Her big sister came over to give her tips and lessons on how and how not to put make up on..
So I am sitting in my bed and listening to these girls of mine giggle and talk and I am just in awe of this wonderful thing called being a momma.

I always knew growing up I was going to be a mom, and if I had my way we would have 6 kids total.
I have many memories stored away in photo albums and in my head. I can list many all-time favorite moments with each of my babies. And even though I am having a blast with them at this moment, my heart is aching for what is to come. I know I will always be mom to them, but I also know that being needed is getting smaller and smaller..
And I am proud that my kids are independent and can take care of things on their own, but I still find great pleasure in the times that they do come to me to help them.

My Ci is living on her own in the real world and I am watching her bloom and find herself again. She is realizing how amazing she is, and how much she deserves to be treated and loved. And it just melts this momma’s heart..

My fellas are getting letters from colleges, after taking that PSAT. They are talking about where they want to go and what kind of big people job they want to have. They have so many plans, and are getting so excited about the next 2 years. They are finishing up basketball season, and I enjoyed watching them play with confidence this year.
They have high expectations for track and cross country this year and I know they will meet all the goals set before them.. And Aaron is just moments away from getting his Drivers License. Yes that has been quite the excitement. lol

And then my baby girl.. A freaking teenager! Seriously… But I am so proud of her go getter attitude. She applies herself in everything put before her, and always goes above and beyond what is expected. She keeps us busy with games and practices and therapy for her leg,.. Her loving smile and love that she has for people is going to take her far in her life. And I am super excited to see what God has in store for her.

Again I say being a mom has been and continues to be a complete joy in my life.
But this momma wants her babies to slow it down a bit and let me enjoy this season for a little bit longer..