Mother's Day

I knew it was going to be hard.  When it finally came, I experienced moments of anger and sadness, I cried, I stared at Tessa's picture longer than I usually do, I imagined her in my arms.  Yet I also, once again, was shown how blessed I really am.  Blessed to have the mom that I have who is always there to support me, coworkers who had flowers (in my favorite colors!) delivered to me on Saturday, a close friend who mailed me a Happy Mother's Day card, my sister and some friends who sent amazing e-mails that lifted me right up and reminded me that no one has forgotten Tessa, a neighbor who left a rose and some cookies on the porch, my in-laws who had flowers, cards, and a beautiful bracelet for me, and a wonderful husband who gave me much-needed hugs all day long.  Even the kitties seemed to know I needed extra snuggles that day.  Thank you for acknowledging me as a mother and for reminding me how lucky I am.