Wow...How TEN Years do fly by!!

You know I can not remember any longer when I wasn't "Jessica's Mommy"...and I love that!! My girl turned TEN this last January, and as a Mom, that was a milestone for me. I can not believe that ten long years ago I held that precious girl for the first time, and thought to myself....wow she is amazing. Jessica is such a special spirit, she has a really gentle soul, and an amazing love to give. This party was a special one because it was the first time she actually wanted to invite friends from school, as well as it being a little more "teenish"..the kids had to play more "grown up" games like dance contests and things. Mom actually suggested pin the tail on the donkey...I know I know what WAS I thinking?? It was an experience that is for sure. But I would not trade any moment spent with Jessi for anything, even in those moments when I think I am at my wits end..I try to remember how fast this time will go. I am currently working part time at the grammar school while I am finishing this night class, and I am constantly called "Jessica's Mommy" or "Jacob's Mommy"..and an adult said to me "that drives me crazy..doesn't it you too?" I just smiled and thought to myself, never in a million years will I get tired of being called their Mom...it is the BEST title I will ever have. So here is to the first ten years of being a Mom...not the easiest road I have traveled, but definitely the most rewarding...and to my girl, one of the most precious people I will ever know...