Mother's Day 2021

I didn’t take photos this weekend. But I’m reflecting this evening the gifts of my mom, my mother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, my grandmothers, aunts, and women who poured into me over the years … and then I thought about being a mom.

This photo was 10 years ago this month and one of my favorite memories and pictures. We spent the evening on Coronado Beach eating s’mores.

Life can change a lot in ten years. My hair is a natural gray and I definitely feel older in a lot of ways. Grace is 22 and has been living on her own for a few years (but is spending the night tonight). Sam is over six feet and turns 15 this summer. I’m so proud of them.

Today, they, along with my sweet “bonus son” Jude worked alongside me taking care of other moms. My beautiful “bonus daughter” came by to see me. Each of the kids got me super sweet cards with personal messages. Sometimes when you think you’re messing it all up, you’re just all getting it right together.