10 Things I Love About Being a Mom

Nola at The Classic Life Magazine posted her 10 things she loves about being a mom:

10. That look you get when you “rescue” them (or pick them up at school when they’re sick!).
9. Have your favorite food night (everyone in the kitchen laughing and making a mess).
8. Everyone wants to come to MY house to hang out.
7. Birthday parties (any age).
6. Family Vacations.
5. Camping in the backyard.
4. Family Movie Night.
3. The drive home from school every day.
2. Listening to them give each other advice.
1. The hugs, kisses, and unconditional love.

I haven’t been a mother for too long, but in the almost 7 months since Pooky has entered our lives, here are my 10 things I love about being a mom:

10. Her “I missed you” cry when she sees me after I’ve been gone for a while
9. Watching her discover new things
8. The sounds and baby talk that she makes when she’s angry or complaining
7. Thinking that everyone must think she’s the cutest baby ever when we’re out in public
6. The unexpected things that make her laugh
5. Watching her sleep on my chest
4. The bond I have with her through breastfeeding
3. The big smile she gives me in the mornings when she wakes up
2. The overwhelming and unconditional love she has for me
1. The overwhelming and unconditional love I have for her

Here’s the link to Nola’s post.