Motherhood is Always Changing

I have been reflecting on my motherhood. I have been looking back over my blog, and picking out pictures where I am in them with my kids. It was kind of funny, there were not very many moments of time when I am actually in the picture. It was rare that Charles had a camera in hand, and unless I passed off the camera to a child (which I have done), or someone else around, then guess who is not in the picture?

I am grateful for the pictures that I do have. It is nice to have some record that I actually exist. I suppose that is one reason to be grateful for the selfie. I think it is so important for mamas to get in the picture, to have a record of life with the family.

I love being the photographer, but I also want to be remembered in front of the camera, not just hiding behind it. Just remember moms, make sure and jump in that picture, too. You will not regret it, no matter what your hair looks like at the time, or if your jeans are too tight from eating too many cookies. In my case, that would be too many pumpkin cookies.

My heart is so full as I have looked over the years of my life with my children. The dynamic of life changes so much over time, but what is always constant, is this heavenly love that I have for them, no matter what age they might be. Life has changed, but inside of me, despite the changes, there is this strong desire to be the mother that my children need. (Notice I said need, and not want, because those might be two different things.) This motherly desire runs so deep, it can be quite overwhelming at times.

Love.

I love my children.

I love them so much, it really does hurt!

Being their mother is something I will always cherish, forever.

I just thought I would post some of the pictures I found of me with my children. I am so grateful to be their mother. I love these babies of mine so much. I'll let the pictures do the talking...