Happy Mothers' Day

Let me just say that I love being a mom.  It is the most rewarding thing I have ever done.  Nothing is better than getting snuggles from your baby or having your child wrap his arms around you and give you a big, sloppy kiss. Best.Thing.Ever.  Here are some reasons why I love my fantastic kids.

My kids are too cute! Addie and I did a mini-photo shoot while JJ took his nap. (I love the one-on-one time I get to spend with whoever wakes up first.)  A girl I went to high school with, who is an amazing photographer (check her out here), recently did an interview where she talked about her Instagram pictures (which are also incredible).  In it, she said she loved Instagram because it leveled the photography playing field because everyone is shooting with the same camera, making even the most amateur photographer me capable of taking great pictures.  This inspired me.  So, Addie was kind enough to be my model while I messed around with the settings. She is so beautiful.

Something else I love about motherhood are the surprises.  I love finding cars in my bathroom drawer, sippy cups in my purse, and kids who have migrated to our room in the early morning hours.  I have found some of the most random things in the strangest places.  Every day is filled with a "what-is-going-to-happen-next" excitement. There is nothing better.

 Another thing I love is when my kids sleep.  Not necessarily for the reason you would think either.  They always look so peaceful when they sleep, even when it is in a random spot or in an odd position.

Finally, I love my kids because...well, how could you not love them?

Yep, I'm a pretty lucky mama!