It is Enough

Today is Bereket's birthday. Any minute now, she will wake up and bound out of the bedroom...overflowing with excitement for her special day. Turning 6 is a big deal and she's been counting down to the big day for a few weeks now.  We are excited to celebrate with a family picnic at Whitewater State Park.

While today is all about showering Bereket with love and presents, she had a big surprise for me last night.  Bereket went on a quick errand run with Daddy and somehow convinced him to stop at the florist on the way home.  She came running into the house, "Mommy, I have a surprise for you! I bought you a flower with my own money because you are the best mommy in the whole wide world and I love you so much!"

The money actually came from Jason's wallet, but the idea was all her own. When I thanked Jason later for my beautiful purple rose, he said, "That was 100% Bereket. It was her idea. She wanted to stop and get you something because she said you were the best mommy in the whole wide world."

Lately, I have felt far from worthy of that title. I can feel overwhelmed by life and lose my patience way too quickly.  So many days I wish I could have a re-do.

But last night, with her simple, sweet gesture, Bereket told me in her own way, that it is enough. I am enough for her.  And I so needed that.

Thank you Bereket, and happy birthday.  I know I will mess up a lot of times in your new year, but I promise to do my very best for you.

Bereket passing out the napkins to her classmates for her birthday treat on Friday!