Sunday was my first Mother's Day. It was a day that seemed so normal compared to the last few months of my life. We woke up early for a day of worship and fellowship with our church family. We rushed around the house to get ready, drank a cup of coffee to get the extra pump of energy, and prepared our hearts (and hair) for a morning of remebrance. All that was the same. Then, Ross came sneaking in with a beautifully wrapped gift and card for me... a mommy! He gave me a beautiful watch and journal. His card made me cry with joy. And as I nursed our sweet baby girl, I was overcome with joy! The joy of being a mother! The miracle that I and so many had prayed for these last five years had come to us! PRAISE!
I will always remember the first time Myra and I saw one another. The doctors had to check her out right after her birth for some precautionary reasons so I only got to see her little feet for a brief moment. About five minutes later, the nurse brought her to me. It was love at first sight! Something deep in my being changed instantly! My heart suddenly felt way too small to hold the love and emotion that was filling it. My sweet baby girl, my miracle, was looking right at me so intently! I was flooded with joy like I've never known before as well as the wonder of it all. Could I take care of this precious little child? I was amazed that God would choose me to be a mom and trust me with the responsibility of growing her up in the Lord! I saw God's love in my child so clearly. Something that five years ago would have seemed like "just the next step in life" had become a miracle for me. The miracle of being a mom.
I watch new expectant mothers and can't help but think of the miracle they will experience. I hope they all feel the love and joy that comes with motherhood. The gift of life is beautiful and amazing! Thank You God for sharing your mighty works with me!
4 comments:
Hey James!
I'm sure Katie talked to you, but I thought I'd offer a late, Happy Mother's Day! God has been very kind to ya'll and given you a wonderful little girl!! I hope you just soaked up the day and let Ross pamper you to the hilt!
Logan
Jamie-
What a sweet post! You made me cry!! Our children are such blessings. I am constantly amazed that God has entrusted mine to me. What precious gifts they are!
I am so glad to see you enjoying motherhood and am happy that you had a wonderful Mother's Day. Hopefully, we'll see each other soon. I was DYING to not be able to see Myra in the hospital, but made sure that Josh took some pictures for me! Maybe some day I can see her in person? Let me know if you are ever in Ft. Worth again.
Jamie,
You so eligantly expressed what Mothers Day is all about. As you know, both of my children are nearly grown, but I remember those first moments so vividly and all the milestones since.
God chose the right parents when he chose you and Ross. You have shown us so much love and your care for others is so evident. You have no idea how much I think the Lord for you coming here to Graham.
Happy Late Mothers Day !
That is a great post! She is so precious. I can't tell you enough how excited we are for your family!
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