Well she did it ladies & gents! My oldest and dearest friend Laura tied the knot this past weekend with her long time love Trystan! It was the most beautiful wedding and I am honored to have been apart of it!
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Rehearsal dinner with the bridal party! |
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The Wedding Party! |
Anyway, I had Mom guilt because I felt like I would be missing out on time with Mads & Michael. A funny thing happened though. I got around my friends and the laughs began and never stopped. Seriously, all weekend long.
It made me realize that I'm not JUST a mother but I am a million different things all rolled into one. Being a Mom is hands down the most important part of me though. I spoke about the kids non-stop and missed them so much. Even when you're away from your children they are ALWAYS apart of you. I never really got that until now.
I also felt bad because I didn't act like a Mom. I cursed and drank and yelled but DAMNIT I had a great time and I'm not going to apologize for that!
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Me .. acting like an idiot! |
It was time spent not changing dirty diapers, or cleaning up spilled milk, or helping someone find a missing toy/iPod/cell phone. Instead it was reading a magazine in silence while drinking mimosa's, getting my hair and make-up done and putting on a beautiful dress. I felt wonderful inside and out and Jason could really tell. I not only needed this weekend but Jason did too. I spend so much time worried about the kids that I sometimes forget he needs his wife every now and then. He looked so good cleaned up (it was nice to see him in something other than his work clothes and camo!). We spent the night laughing, dancing (mostly on my part), hugging and kissing. It felt like the beginning. 7 years later and the man can still give me butterflies with just one smile!
All in all I have a lot to be thankful for; the very best friends, husband and family a woman can ask for. The moral of this story is that every now and then you have to take time out for yourself. It's not selfish it helps you remain sane. And Mom guilt will always be there but it becomes manageable! It only makes reuniting that much sweeter. That morning when we went to get the kids Madison ran through the kitchen as soon as she heard my voice and screamed "MOMMY!!!". She then caught a case of the giggles and gave me a bear hug. Then Michael came in and gave me a hug and kiss too. That was a wonderful way to end a perfect weekend if you ask me.
In the wise words of Winnie the Pooh: