Nana J

I’m feeling a bit blue today as my mom- Isla’s Nana J- flew home this morning. That saying is true; you never get too old to stop needing your mom.

So, it’s been a tough day of fighting back the tears, but at the same time my heart is SO full from the time we just spent together… happy days of baby snuggling, afternoon walks, Pinterest surfing, long talks, and of course, bananagrams. Mom was the most enthusiastic cheerleader during (and even after) my labor, and an amazing help around the house as we transitioned into parenthood. We were so incredibly fortunate to have her here for Isla’s birth and the first weeks of her life, especially given that Isla was unexpectedly induced 11 days early, and Mom, given a very short notice, was able to catch a new flight and arrive just an hour before the induction started. How amazing is it that, despite obstacles, everything worked out for her to take part in one of the greatest experiences of our lives?! Tears are flowing just thinking about it. About how there is nothing that my Mom wouldn’t do for me… I am so blessed to have such a loving, supportive and incredible example to follow as I set out on my journey into motherhood. I can only hope and pray that I will be the same kind of mom to Isla.

Love you SO much, Mom, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything you do for us!!!