Mother's Day 2008 - Recap

I had no idea what to expect today since Bee was working the night shift. I figured it would just be another day, almost like any other. Boy was I wrong!

Our first family photo, right after Lea was born

I was up early with the girls and Bee brought me home my favorite coffee (Tim Hortons lrg dbl dbl of course!) and a bouquet of flowers. He then informed me that I had another gift coming that was not here yet and of course I just could not wait to find out. It turns out that he booked me a half day package at a Spa! I am so excited and I really think it's the best gift ever! Here is some info on what I will be receiving: Try a half day retreat which includes a Classic Manicure and Pedicure, a Bio-Youth facial plus shampoo and blow dry or set. Or replace your facial with a Body Polish or Relaxation Massage. Of course I just could not choose between a facial or massage so I am going to do both! How lucky am I! I also got some beautiful cards from the girls and it was a great beginning to Mother's Day.

Holding Lea for the very first time

I had plans with my Mom for lunch and she brought me another coffee (yes, another Tim Hortons lrg dbl dbl yummy!) and a sandwich. She also gave me a wonderful box of yummy Belgian chocolates. My mom knows me so well :) We spent some time together and then she was off. It was really nice to see her today and I am so happy she was able to stop by.

Our new family of 4

Bee told me that I could have whatever I wanted for dinner but after having had such a late lunch I wasn't hungry for much so we had McD's. Simply so I wouldn't have to cook :) I did get a raincheck for a dinner out on the town since we hate going out on the actual day. I have patience for waiting in line and hate hate hate crowded restaurants. Then he was off to work and I played with the girls for a bit and now they are both in bed. Hopefully for the night.

Holding Anna for the first time

I am just sitting here, in the peace and quiet, listening to Michael Buble, enjoying a glass of wine and loving feeling spoiled. It's so nice to have a day that's just about me, that recognizes the hard work we do as Mothers.

Feeding Anna for the first time

The last few days I have been very emotional, I think leading up to Mother's Day as well as having stopped taking the Pill (no! we're not trying to have another! it just messes with my system too much). The girls have been a little under the weather, Lea with a cold and Anna with teething. I feel for Lea, seeing as how I am just getting over a sinus cold myself so I know it is not comfortable. And to see Anna so upset is just hearbreaking. Several times over the last few days she has just wanted to be held and we lie down together, her head on my chest, me rubbing her back and she will drift off to sleep. When this happens I can't help but get teary eyed. I keep thinking that maybe this will be the last time that I will get to hold her like that, seeing as how she is growing up so fast. I am really going to miss the baby days.

Me and my girls

I'm also reading this book that had me in tears last night. It's called My Best Friends Girl and it has a really tragic beginning. It's not often that I cry at books but this one had the waterworks going! Thanks Mel for recommending it lol... but it really should come with a disclaimer.

So, my plans for the rest of the evning involve a few more glasses a wine and maybe getting caught up on my Desperate Housewives. I am now 4 or 5 episodes behind. Sounds like perfect evening doesn't it! Let's hope the kids cooperate and I stay awake long enough to make it through one episode!


A more recent pic of me and my girls

So far Lea has been up 5 times and her crying just woke up Anna. I think it's going to be a long night after all. Sigh.

Bee just sent me this interesting article from work (our tax dollars at work people!): Study pegs mom's market value at nearly US$117,000 a year

How did you spend your Mother's Day?