on motherhood

Now that I have been a mother to Piper for a year (almost)

I feel like I can officially write a post on my motherhood experience so far. 

First, this was mostly prompted by this post by one of my favorite bloggers, Lauren.

She touched on one of the things that I have struggled with the most over the last year; 

feeling important.

Obviously I know that Piper needs me and I feel important to my little family, 

sometimes I found myself doubting my importance in the world as a whole.

Its not a daily struggle, but is something I found myself praying about on a regular basis.

I really liked what Lauren said in her post. 

I think she said it perfect!

This year has been amazing! 

It has also been one of the most difficult years.

As noted in my earlier post, nursing was difficult for Piper and I

and, honestly, the first few months of her life were extremely difficult.

Since she has grown up and learned new things, 

my days are much more fun! 

I have loved being her mom and I will continue to enjoy it,

but I must confess, it is drastically different than I thought it would be.

(Remember how I was going to do jetBlue and the same time?!?! Good thing I gave up on that! haha)

I have been blessed with a great baby girl. 

She is so sweet and so playful at the same time.

Piper kinda likes to beat up her Dad a little :) Poor guy!

We have a lot of fun everyday and make friends everywhere!

Our trips to the store are about 20 minutes longer than they need to be because Piper waves at 

EVERYONE so we get stopped a lot to chat with strangers! 

I love having such a happy, kind, friendly baby.

It has been one crazy year but I wouldn't ask to change anything!

She's the best tiny best friend!

 photo from earlier today

Love you all! Thanks for all your support, help, and love over the last year of Piper's life!