Are you my mother?

My first Mother's Day left me with a peaceful pride. You can't explain the joy and unconditional love you feel for your child until you have one. Suddenly, my life comes in second place and I would give up everything for the safety and happiness of Emma. Being a mother is something to celebrate every day, but I have no problem milking it for one day of the year, as well! :)

For my first Mother's Day, Emma started by gifting me a late morning--she slept until 9:30! We took a family trip to Starbucks and later, I got about 3 hours to myself to go running, relax and putz around. Donnie and Emma surprised me with a beautiful necklace with an 'E' engraved in it. It was so thoughtful of Emma! ;) we later went and celebrated with the rest of the Cavicchi/Hines mommas with some Chinese food. Nothing says, "Job well done, Mama!" like a Pupu platter and spicy mustard.