These two beloved children call me Mummy!

And it is so glorious.

Today I just happened to look over at my firstborn sitting comfortably beside me and my emotions just welled up inside me - happiness, pride, admiration, and oh, immense love. I couldn't believe that I had birthed and have been given the responsibility to bring up these two beautiful little girls!

Becoming a mother was the biggest event that has happened in my life. I knew that babies NEED their Mummy but I was not prepared for the extent of their dependence on me. It was quite overwhelming at times. But on the other hand, there was - and still is - NO WAY I would give up my babies and definitely no-one else who could give them what they need but ME!!

At times, yes, they try my patience and make me feel like throwing in the towel but I never would! The sense of responsibility for these children is SO STRONG, I could never walk away. I feel such a fierce protection for these girls - I just want to hold them forever close to me. But I know that one day I will have to let them go make their own life.

But until then...

I am more than happy to soak in these special moments that I experienced today.

And you know what?

To top the day off with the most special moment was when Sprout climbed into my lap and wrapped her arms around my neck, smiled up at me and said,

"I LUB YOU, I DO!"

That is a moment, and they are words, that my heart will never forget and treasure forever.

I am blessed.

With Sprinkles of Sunshine...

Anna