Wednesday, December 4, 2013

all I ever wanted

 crappy cell phone picture :)
A couple mornings ago I turned on the Christmas tree lights, blasted my Josh Groban Christmas CD (my all time favorite) and was about to bust out some cleaning while Mia played. Of course I had to sit with Mia for a minute to "ooh and aah" over the lights... then I couldn't help but bust a few moves with my sweet babe who was loving the music... until my laughing turned into crying. I mean, the ugly cry.
I remember listening to this music and staring at my Christmas tree every single day until Mia was born, wondering and day dreaming about what it would be like to enjoy it all with my baby. And here I was, watching Mia rock out to Little Drummer Boy (check out the video on IG) when it hit me-- This is all I ever wanted! I have an amazing, dedicated, loving husband who helped me bring this perfect baby into the world. God has blessed our little family so much with her perfect little soul!
Now I wonder why I was dreading this month. Yes, Mia is growing too quickly but what a miracle each day with her truly is! I am so thankful that God trusted me to be her mother. I am so grateful for this season to remind us of all our blessings! I am so grateful for our loving Heavenly Father and His son, our brother, Jesus Christ. Without them we would cease to be... along with the joy (and sorrows) we experience in this life.
In case you're wondering, I didn't get my cleaning done. I cried and played with Mia all morning long :) This is going to be a fun birthday month for Mia! And yet again, the best Christmas ever! (I'm sure I'll be saying that every year!)


Kirsty and Seth

33 comments:

Laurie @ Stylin Savanna said...

Life is beautiful isn't it?! LOVE your tree, looks gorgeous! Enjoy!

Julie said...

I started singing that "vacation all I ever wanted" song when I saw your title. Your tree is gorgeous, no wonder Mia would want to sit and look at it

Printed Bonnet by AyoBE said...

Awww...that is just too cute. Happy early birthday to your baby girl. It is an awesome month to be born in.

Your tree and decor looks beautiful!

P!nky said...

So precious! So so so precious!

I loved the instagram video you posted too! Love your lil mia!

Lizzie @ This Happy Life said...

That was so sweet and I know exactly what you mean!

Ashley Lee said...

Pretty tree! <3

Jamie Hart said...

I watched the video twice last night because Mia was just too cute for words! I could just eat her up. I remember looking at the Christmas tree when I was pregnant and dreaming about the years to come. I can't wait to experience that again some day and get to see my child's excitement over the lights and music. You are so blessed!

Unknown said...

The tree looks great! Cute pic :)

Pamela said...

Awwww :) you're such a great mother!

KelseyB said...

Aww, I know the feeling! I broke down the other day when I realized my baby was already six months, and my three year old will be four before I know it. Time flies...so bittersweet.

Jessie said...

What a sweet post! I understand how you feel, all the way.

Brittany said...

I love this and I'm so very happy for you.

Tara said...

This is so sweet! I've definitely had similar moments. I was so emotional about Kaya's first birthday- sad that the time went by so fast, but so grateful for my precious angel. Now I can't wait to see how excited she gets for Christmas this year! :)

Traci@TheHallway said...

Awww! This is so sweet! What a perfect little girl!

Kirsty and Seth said...

It's so lovely when the dream becomes reality. It sounds like you had a perfect morning, the housework can wait :-).

Shaylynn... a girl, a story, a blog said...

So sweet.

I think I watched the ista video 16 times. I'll have to rock out with her.

Linzi Scarsella said...

your tree looks stunning! I love hearing your stories about Mia. I can see how great of a mother you are!

kyna... said...

What a beautiful post!!!!
♥ Kyna

Jessica M. said...

Mia is just too precious!! I saw your video and it was so cute!!

Melissa @ i carry your heart said...

Your tree is gorgeous! And I agree....the Josh Groban Christmas album is amazing, gives me goosebumps!

Nat said...

Awww this is so sweet!!

Kimberly said...

This is Olivia's 3rd Christmas and you're right, it does keep getting better and better! She is SO MUCH FUN helping me with the tree, requesting her favorite song (Jingle Bell Rock), oohing and awing at the lights. Every Christmas just keeps getting more special! Enjoy it! Mia is so darling!!

Nichole @ casadecrews.com said...

You have ME in tears, lol. So sweet.

Allyssa said...

What a blessing! Those moments when you realize how much the Lord has blessed you, and you're exactly where you've always wanted to be. So awesome! God is good! I'm so excited to celevbrate the birth of His son this Christmas! Lovely blog, my friend!

Nicole@mamashiptips said...

SOOOOOOO SWEET.. I MISS THE DAYS WHEN JULIAN WAS SMALL ALSO.. IT MAKES ME SO SAD

Anonymous said...

This post put such a big smile on my face. Isn't crazy when something like that hits you?! The emotions that comes over you. That is so so sweet that you had always thought about that moment and it's happening for you now :) Love that!

Erin LFF said...

What a sweet, sweet post :) This time of year there are just so many things to smile and celebrate. PS- LOVE your tree, its gorgeous!!

17 Perth said...

Oh my gosh--this is so sweet. And beautiful. Aaaannnddd this pregnant lady is now crying! lol. So happy for you!

Organized Chaos said...

So beautiful! My boys are the most amazing gifts in my life, my Hubby just tops it all with a cherry! The joy a family brings us in those simple moments is indescribable!

Rachel said...

It's so beautiful to see how much you love your little girl!

Crazy Shenanigans-JMO said...

I'm glad you got what you wanted!

Lauren {at} Life.Love.Lauren said...

Aww! I love moments where you just reflect on all the good! :-) So beautiful!

Tammy Jo said...

This is so very sweet :)

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