mother's day

today was perfect in every way. I had breakfast in bed, homemade presents from the kids, a new laptop (surprise!) and frying pans (not a surprise!) from my husband. I didn't change a single diaper or make any food. I had a long nap in the afternoon, next to my man... which never happens. When I stepped in the kitchen to do dishes after dinner, I was spanked. After dinner, my boys prepared angel food cake with fresh strawberries. I was able to talk to my parents in the MTC and most of my sisters. I feel so grateful to be surrounded by such great women.

After dinner I called my dear friend Bev Olson in Spokane. She is such a great example to me and I always love to hear the advice and support she gives me. I was also able to talk to my single aunt Nancy.. my dad's little sister. She is the world's greatest aunt and even though she never had any children of her own, she is one of the most amazing mothers I know. She assured me that my little girl will love having four older brothers like she did.

Most of all I am grateful for my children and the lessons they teach me on a daily basis. I am grateful they came together, in a 4 pack. They are such good friends with each other. They treat each other kindly and spend 99% of their time laughing and joking with each other. They are such darling, fabulous little men and I am proud to be their mom. My greatest wish for them is to find supportive, loving women to marry. Their dad has spent the last 10 years showing them how to be a great husband and father. I feel truly blessed and hope that every woman in the world can feel as spoiled as I do.

This is on my facebook status, but I want it for the books. Today I was in charge of organizing a little primary program for sacrament meeting. It was pulled together last minute and a bit crazy, but we had a handful of children give one liners over the pulpit about their moms. Ben said, "My mom is happier after she has a nap." I thought about excluding him from the program... but he was just being honest and it is SO TRUE! I am also much happier when I go to bed at a decent hour... good night and sweet dreams!