While growing up, my mom would always say "you'll never know what it's like to be a parent until you have your own children." Obviously, she was right. It makes sense. Though, I would try to guess, as much as experience would allow, what my parents must feel like raising a child...five of them to be exact.
When I look Emery in the eyes, I can't describe the joy boiling up inside me. She is our sunshine, our inspiration, our everything. Aside from her excessive crying at bedtime, she is so much fun! Her squishy cheeks, chunky legs and contagious smile could make a grown man melt inside.
Life was and is still amazing with Adam and I, but the concept of love, responsibility and family took on a deeper meaning for us when Emery came into our lives. I'm learning a lot. I'm learning sacrifice fast. Most of all, I'm learning how to be the mom I have always hoped to be..
A friend of mine recently shared this quote by President Boyd K. Packer:
"Parenthood is a sacred privilege and, depending on faithfulness, can be an eternal blessing.The ultimate end of all activity in the church is that a man and his wife and their children can be happy at home."
I couldn't agree more with this statement. I have to say how grateful I am for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Through it I am blessed with the understanding and knowledge of who I Am, what I am capable of and becoming, as well as knowing how to achieve joy now and for eternity. My family brings me the most joy and now I have my own little family.
No, I never imagined motherhood to feel as great as it does. It's given me a glimpse of eternal happiness.
I love my little girl. Knowing how much she means to me, I can only imagine how great Heavenly Father's love is for me and each and every one of his Children.
You are such an amazing mommy! Emery is lucky to have you as a mom!
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