A Mah'velous Mother's Day

Mother's Day hasn't always been a day to be pampered around here.

In all fairness, it's usually been a special day to have all the family around, whether at home or elsewhere.  And I LOVE THAT!  But, ultimately, the moms did the planning, preparing, cooking, cleaning and shopping and had little opportunity to actually savor the time with her family.  But, because it was a reason to gather, no one ever minded what could be considered 'work'. 

But this year...this year... was an exquisite example of what Mother's Day should be and I joyfully savored every moment!  I will admit that it was odd not to be included in the planning, not knowing who was attending, not knowing what was being served or who was doing what. But I finally let go and just allowed the day to evolve. 

I was not disappointed!   From the flowers to the endless food buffet, the fabulous weather, my lovely extended family, meaty conversations, the dessert and even the picture taking...

It was a glorious day from start to finish.

Thank you children for listening
and acknowledging what I wanted to be important!