Sunday, May 08, 2011

Mothers Day

Mothers Day is a tough day. I think that no matter how many years go by, it will always be one of those days that will always be, well, just plain crappy. Although I love spending the day with my other kids, the void in our family is so much more noticable on a day like today. This year Brad was away in BC on business. But Kailyn & Joshua did what they could to make the day special. I awoke to them creeping in my bedroom, with some rewarmed pancakes they had found in the fridge with fruit and yogurt. Along with that came the traditional homemade cards from school of course. It was very cute and I was touched.






We decided to laze around in bed, skip church (another place I don't particularly enjoy being on mother's day anymore), and instead, head to the cemetery so I could spend the morning with all of my children. We always enjoy seeing what others have left at the grave. I love that there are others out there who care enough to stop by the cemetery. Thank you!! We spent some time cleaning up the grave a bit, and had some fun taking pictures. It turned out to be a beautiful morning in between rain showers.



I miss my little Noah so very very much. I miss having my identity wrapped up in him and being known as "Noah's mom". Oh how I long just to hear him call me "mama" just one more time! I am so very proud that I was given the precious gift of mothering such a beautiful child on this earth. Those years are a treasure to be carried with me always. Miss you buddy.


Always and forever your mama...

5 comments:

Jamie said...

I thought about you today when I remembered that Brad wouldn't be around. I'm glad you could have a relaxing and peaceful morning with all your children. I loved the pictures of all three of them together at the grave :)

Anonymous said...

What beautiful pictures. I miss him so very much too, and that smile of his will always tug at my heart. I am so thankful that we have the hope of heaven and seeing him again. Praying for all of you. Love mom

Anonymous said...

I thought about you during church this morning. We had a wonderful message about what a mother CANNOT do. Like protect her child (and child-in-law) from pain. Would love to be able to take some of your pain and help you carry it. Thank you for being a wonderful mother to 3 of my grandchildren. Love, Mom L.

Kim said...

My heart has ached for you today, knowing how very much you miss your sweet sunshine boy! I think it is so beautiful that you went to spend time at the cemetery and made it a special time to remember life with Noah. It looks like Kailyn and Joshua enjoyed that time too! You are an amazing inspiration to me as a mom and friend. Like your mother-in-law said, I too would love to be able to carry your pain for you...even if only for a moment to give your heart rest. Love you lots.

Hilda said...

What a great picture of Noah, such a wonderful smiley boy!! You are a great mom Nichole and you have a beautiful heart.