The evolution of Mother's Day

I was reflecting about what Mother's Day means to me (besides the super awesome gifts I get when my husband waits to the last minute and has to get me something expensive because he doesn't know what else to do).

Mother's day has evolved from the times I was a little girl to the present. Mother's Day was first a day when I recognized my own mom and grandmas for how much I loved them. I didn't have a true appreciation for the role they played in my life, but I knew it was a day when I would give them a card and be on my best behavior.

For a couple of years, Mother's Day was a day of tears and sadness. I didn't look forward to it, I dreaded it. Becoming a mom wasn't easy for me. It was filled with many roadblocks. I almost gave up. I'm glad I didn't. Now on Mother's Day, I also think about those who are struggling to get pregnant and those that have lost their children. Once a mother, always a mother.

One year, Mother's day was a day filled with anticipation! I was (finally) pregnant and looking forward to my new role as a mom. I thought I knew how great it would be. I wasn't even close. It is life changing. Coincidentally, I also didn't know how hard it would be. It is a test of endurance at times, and it is rewarding.

Last year, I was a new working mom with a 9 month old. I spent most of my free time doing laundry covered in baby poop and spit up. Really, I just wanted to survive the day.

This year I am a more confident mom. I'm starting to learn how to balance career and family. I am accepting change. I am out of survival mode and into one of enjoyment. I am a mom who is proud of her family. I have a husband who is appreciative of my mommy skills. I am a lucky, lucky lady. I suppose that when one becomes a grandmother it changes again, as it does with all of our experiences. I look forward to a lifetime of Mother's day with the best daughter ever :)

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