I had a Mother’s Day Tea with Taylor’s class today. It was just for the moms and the kids and was so incredibly special. The children greeted us at the door with a program and brought us to our seats, where we were given a hand made pin. We were served iced tea, lemonade, and delicious snacks. Taylor may have eaten all of my snacks, but that’s nothing new. The table was decorated with beautiful vases that each child decorated for their mother with their finger prints. Their teacher helped them turn their prints into beautiful flowers, butterflies, etc. She also helped them make flowers to put in their vase. They sang songs, which completely made me well up with tears, and they each read a little piece they wrote for us. Their teacher really went above and beyond to make us moms feel special and she helped the kids feel so included. They were all so proud of themselves, as they should be. I love having keepsakes like this to look back on for years to come.

In the interest of getting sappy here, I am so lucky to be the mom of such an amazing child. Taylor Michele, you (along with your silly brothers) are my greatest gift and the biggest source of happiness in my life. You are my sunshine. You are my funny bone. You are so beautiful, smart, and extremely caring. You love your family, your brothers especially, and your pup. You are a deep thinker and analyze all situations with way more concentration and determination than a four year old should have. You can bring me to my knees with laughter and put tears in my eyes with the hilarious things you say and the funny faces you make. You love life and you give the best hugs! Daddy and I love you endlessly. You made me a Mommy, and I am eternally grateful for that. We have a very special bond, and I hope it always remains. Thank you for making the first part of this Mother’s Day weekend so special for me, and the last four and a half years even more special. I love you to the moon and back, my sweet girl. 5,2,&8.