When I think back to when I was a child, I have a few very distinct memories that come to mind. I remember the the first time I had a cherry Jolly Rancher and how I thought it tasted just like Christmas. I remember the smell of my my dad’s iced tea he drank when he came in from mowing the lawn. I remember my mom sticking my blanket in the freezer on hot days before bedtime and loving how the silk edges felt cool on my face. I remember watching specks of dust float off my curtains during nap time and thinking they must be magic. I remember, in our bath, there was this milky green conditioner and how it looked just like frosting. I tasted it one day when my mother wasn’t watching … it tasted nothing like frosting.

I often wonder what kind of memories Jude will have of his childhood when he’s all grown and big. I hope more than anything else he remembers he was extremely loved. He has made me one happy Mama and I feel so lucky and grateful to call him mine.

I want to wish all you mamas the happiest Mother’s Day … especially to all our mothers/mother-figures. Jude, Camden, Kramer, and I love you all.