Reflections on Mother's Day 2013

We all came from our Mother.  What an amazing gift of life they gave us!  As I reflect back on becoming a mother 14 years ago, I remember the look of awe I had from a photo in the delivery room when my son joined our world.  I was so fulfilled and complete after that moment.  I recollect my short stay in the hospital with baby gone and I could still feel him kicking.  He was such a part of me for 34 weeks (he was a little premature) I was not used to his absence.  I could now see him, touch him, hold him and gaze into his eyes.  Wonderment is how I would describe it!
I am always so excited for a new mother as I know the joy their own bundle will bring.  We are changed forever with the miracle of creation.  Thank you, God.  Your deeds do not go unnoticed.  Your gifts are recognized.  Your love radiates from our children's faces and laughter.
My favorite gift to share is a book I enjoyed while pregnant called Nurturing Your Baby's Soul by Elizabeth Prophet.  There are many prayers and it allows you to connect with your unborn child in utero.  I suffered the unfortunate sadness of two miscarriages before my first born child and it brought comfort and peace to my own heart.        
My daughter's father and I feel strongly that our second child was one of our lost souls that came back to us.  She allowed her brother to be born first and they are truly blessed with an eternal relationship that far exceeds that of other siblings. With my two children and now two step-children, I am blessed beyond words.  I kneel down in gratitude and humility to our Lord for the precious gifts he has bestowed upon me and could not ask for anything more than their love.
So this weekend, let us all reflect on the beautiful children we created and the women they came from.  Through tears, joy, pain and even sickness we remember our reason for living and set aside all ego and pride to embrace the greatest virtue.....love.