mommy love.

this was my first mother's day as a mother of two...a special day. lots to celebrate when you have two beautiful children to love! for mother's day, i made kyri and i matching skirts, which made her quite giddy...matching her mama. i now know that skirts are the easiest thing to sew! i already had all of the fabric so they were cheap too. i loved the black and white fabric. simple and cute. i also made kyri a clip to match. everything was without a single pattern. risky, yes. i have really enjoyed all of the sewing i have been doing and coming up with new creations. it's a new love! we did a little photo shoot outside to show off our cute outfits. kaden and kev just happened to have similar button-up shirts...looking pretty handsome for mommy. i have to say i have a pretty cute family. no wonder i take so many pictures everyday!

kevin and kyri made dinner together on mommy's special day. i gave them basic instructions and got them started. they did all of the work. they made lasagna, garlic bread, and salad. everything was scrumptious! it may take kev a little longer...but he really can cook. kyri had so much fun making dinner with daddy. she has her mother's love for being in the kitchen. my family did a wonderful job, making my day very special. kevin got me beautiful earrings and a new shirt. kyri picked out orange gerbera daisies (my fave) and a toy story mother's day card...it played music too! love all the little ways they said, "we cherish you."

my precious babies. kyri and kaden. without them, i would not be able to experience the greatest joy...being a mother. everyday is new and exciting, filled with lots of drama, unknowns, and laughter. kyri warms my heart. i love the way she always speaks her mind. she has such a sweet, loving spirit and is always thinking of others. my most favorite is when she climbs up on my lap and asks me to tickle her back. in that moment, she is still. i can smell her hair and hold her close. i cherish every second with my girl. kaden has opened my eyes to a whole new world...having a boy. he challenges me everyday, pushing the limits just a little bit further. he is just full of energy. all day. exploring the world is what he does best. my favorite is when all kaden wants is mama. right now, i am all that he needs...that never ceases to amaze me. i love having a son. i love that i am now able to experience the joys of having both a son and a daughter. i now feel complete. my life is beautiful.

tiny chef.

making lasagna with daddy.

bubbly, cheesy goodness.

pretty proud to be her mama.

matchy-matchy.

love this cute clip.

hello there, little lady!

handsome, and yet oh so adorable.

just asking to be kissed!

can't imagine my life without this little man.

love, sweet love.

kev's brother, andy, who is stationed in afghanistan...sent me a dozen beautifully delicious chocolate-covered strawberries for mother's day. what a sweet surprise! i won't tell you how many of them i ate...