May is always such a busy month for us—first comes our anniversary, then Mother’s Day, then Harper’s birthday and mine a few days later. It’s a whirlwind of a month but I love it!
On Friday we celebrated our fifth wedding anniversary with dinner at Eddie V’s. It was absolutely delicious— we both had steaks, truffle mac n’ cheese and asparagus…followed by bananas foster (unbelieveable- you must order it if you go!) It was so nice to go out and have some us time.
Saturday morning I woke up and was quite sick…not sure if I had a stomach bug or if it was the food but it was not good. I also had a sore throat on one side but I chalked it up to allergies and took a zyrtec.
I started to feel better as the morning went on and was able to make it to the photo shoot for Willow Crowns at Megan’s house.
When we got home from the shoot, my throat started to hurt more and more and I just felt unwell. I took a nap and later on that night I picked up some medicine to try to get better. At this point, I’m down to two pumps at day so I’m just pumping and dumping so I can take drugs that aren’t recommended for breastfeeding moms.
This morning I woke up and I was pretty foggy. I continued to feel unwell and really tired today. I had a little coffee and tried my best to be chipper but I knew my body needed to rest. Thankfully Harper went down for a nice nap and we ended up sleeping for at least an hour and a half. Then we woke up and got ready to go to brunch.
Kevin took all of us plus my in-laws to Benjy’s for Mother’s Day brunch.
(Harper eats green beans like they are candy—it’s hilarious!)
We also got the chance to take some Mother’s Day photos—so glad we snapped these before we headed out for brunch!
When we got home from brunch, Kevin gave me two cards, one from him and one from Harper. I couldn’t believe it when whe presented me with cards he designed online with pictures of Harper and me! It was so special, definitely got a little teary-eyed that he was so thoughtful. He also got me a giftcard to Trellis spa. It will be so nice to go there and relax one weekend!
I had such an amazing first Mother’s Day. I feel so lucky that God brought Harper into our lives. Thank you for making me a mama, Harper.
Andrea Thompson says
So lovely having your first Mother's Day . I have 3 children age 18, 16 & 6 so quite some time since my 1st Mother's Day:) You all look lovely in the photos and Harper is such a little cutie. Gorgeous family xxx
Schnelle says
It looks like you had a great day despite the sickness- hope you're feeling better! Beautiful photos and those cards are so sweet- such a great husband he is!
BLovedBoston says
Sorry to hear you weren't feeling well but looks like it didn't stop you from enjoying the weekend!! Sounds like a perfect first mother's day and Kevin is so sweet – those cards would melt anyone's heart!!
Gema says
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely pictures. Motherhood is so hard sometimes that it's wonderful to take a little break and celebrate it.
natasha {schue love} says
Adore your dress!! And Harper's as well! Happy First Mother's Day!! xo
unknown says
My husband does those photo cards for Mother's Day too! So much better than anything off the shelf 🙂 I still have mine from last year on the fridge!
Laura {happily ever} Parker says
What sweet cards from your husband! Hope you feel better soon!
Chrissy@SimpleJoysBlog says
Adorable photos and I love the card your husband made!!! So sweet!
Anneka@mamaandthree says
Lovely photos! I love Harper's hairband.
Anneka x
https://mamaandthree.blogspot.co.uk/
Beautygirl24 says
Happy first Mother's Day V! You, Harper, and hubby looked gorgeous!
Melanie says
Awww so sweet! Love your outfits… She's a mini you
xo Mel
turquoise blonde
Sara {Rhapsody and Chaos} says
Those cards are the sweetest things! Hope you're feeling better, mama.
Elle Sees says
you would never know you're sick–you look gorgeous!! loved the pics and your sweet card! so glad you shared your first mother's day with us! ps: thanks for letting me know about your husband's eyes! i'm getting prescription sunglasses now.
Erica says
Happy (belated) 1st Mother's Day! Your family is just beautiful!
Joie de Viv says
Harper's little ponytail! Pure Pebbles perfection with that red hair! Happy First Mother's Day! Hope whatever you had has gone away!
xx Viv at JoieDeViv
Jenny says
Sweet Harper! She is such a doll! Happy 1st Mother's Day, V!