What I love about being a mom.

[2nsmom]

I am the mother of 2 wonderful kids.

My son is 10. He has autism. My daughter is 4. She does not.

What do I love about being a mom to these kids?

I love the smiles, the giggles, the loving bond my kids share with each other.

I love watching them grow and learn new things. The excitement in my daughter's eyes as she runs to me yelling, "Mommy! I wrote my name!" The proud look on my son's face as he shows me his report card.

I love sharing in the things they love. My daughter showing me how to dance like a ballerina. My son telling me the names and car numbers of every Nascar driver, past and present.

I love watching them ride their bikes in the driveway. I love curling up at bedtime to read a book or 2, or 3.

I love the challenges. Saying "NO" to a strong-willed 4-year old and making it stick. Feeling bad when I see my special-needs son say "Hello" to another child, with no response.

I love the interaction they have with their Daddy. I married the most amazing man and I love him so much.

I love protecting my kids. If I feel they have been wronged, I will say so.

I love the "I LOVE YOU'S." The kisses. The hugs.

I love how far they've come, and how far they will go.

I love that God has given me these children. I wouldn't change a thing about them. I love them more than life itself.

That's what I love about being a mom.

[lynnsl]

Sep. 10, 2010 at 8:14 PM

This is so beautiful! What precious gifts from God are your children! You are indeed a blessed mom! From time to time, I share journals on my Facebook. Would you mind if I share your journal? Thanks~

[2nsmom]

Sep. 10, 2010 at 9:36 PM

You most certainly may share this journal if you wish. EWvery word is from the heart. Thanks for thinking enough of it to want to share it. By the way,I'm on facebook too! (Audrey Levine Castillo)

(Original Poster)