I don't know what happened to me, well I do... I had a child. I have been so much more emotional lately! I have already cried 4 times this week. And not because of something that has happened to me, but because of something I read or watched.
Earlier this week I was reading a post from my cousin Melinda whose little girl is in a coma and in critical condition after going into cardiac arrest after another surgery on her heart. The whole situation is so sad and I can't stop thinking about their family. But the post really got to me because it was Melinda, bearing her testimony about how she knows that Sara is a special daughter of God and this time on earth is only a small part of the whole picture. Her faith, courage and strength is what made me ball. I can't imagine being in that situation and being as strong as Melinda. Reading her words is a spiritual experience. It reminds me that these little ones are really our Heavenly Fathers children and we the ones chosen to take care if them for him while they are here on Earth. We never know how long that will be for and have to cherish every moment!
Today I cried twice. I watch the View. I like it even though sometimes the ladies drive me crazy with their views, but I like Elizabeth. Maybe because she is the one I identify with the most. Anyway... I was watching this today and it really touched my heart. This poor kid, he is so brave. Bullying really bothers me and I fear the day when any of my kids are victims or involved in some way.
If the video is not working for you, go here to watch it: http://theview.abc.go.com/
Did it get you too?? I know my mom cried... so at least I know where I get it from.
And then today before James' nap I read him this:
I couldn't even finish it because I couldn't get myself together!!! I am going to blame the hormones, but really I think I am changed forever. I am now the person who will be crying during the Hallmark commercials.
8 comments:
i've always loved elisabeth h. too; and the book, i can't even open it anymore...
haha Lori I am the same way. I cry over everything now. It happens to the best of us =) I've never read that book, I need to check it out! James is a cutie!
oh lori, i cried just reading ur post and i dont even have kids yet! i know im crazy and im going to be even more crazy when i have a family... oh the joys to come :)
Isn't motherhood amazing, it is like Gods way of showing you who you really are through the lessons his most precious little ones teach you. I had a moment about the atonement like this, when I saw it from Gods perspective for the first time as a parent, he GAVE his Son, can you imagine how much love you would have to have for someone to give James in that way. My heart broke wide open that day. My heart and prayers have also been with Sara, it sure puts all the little things into perspective and you realize how huge your blessings truly are. You're a great mom!
Lori! I was hysterical watching that video. That little boy is so sweet, I just wanted to hug him.
I'm so much more emotional now that I've had kids too! There is something about being a mom and the emotions that come with it. I would like to tell you it get better but...
I too love that book and it tears me up everytime I read it as well. I have read it to all my boys since they were babies. It is a great book.
James is so darling. I love all the cute posts with him. And you are a great mom! I always new you would be! I'm so happy for you!
Derek walked in on me once reading that book to Bax, and I was in tears! It is so sweet. I Had to tuck it away though, my heart just cant handle it. Being a mother is the most emotional thing.
My mom used to read me that book and she would ALWAYS choke up at the end. Now I "try" and read it to Addie- but always end up crying before I reach the end too. You are not alone!! :) Sorry about all the crying- I cry a lot too, but I always to when I'm pregnant.
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