Awesomeness...

After my last post was a bit of a downer, (still an important issue I think needs to be looked at) I thought I would highlight some of the awesome things about being a mother. Like any downside there are upsides and with motherhood the upsides are pretty terrific. In no particular order:

· Smiles, the first reward for any parent. There is nothing better than seeing your little one smile.

· Looking around for me when he's being held by someone else

· Recognising my voice and turning in my direction. Usually comes with a smile too!

· Cuddles, James is just starting to throw his arms out when I hold him. It's the closest thing to a hug so far!

· The way he looks at his Dad. He just lights up when BJ is talking to him, it's really lovely to see their relationship develop.

· Knowing I can calm him down when he gets upset. All it takes is a cuddle from Mum.

· Getting compliments about him and how much he looks like me

· The face he gives me when he's trying a new food, hilarious!

· Knowing he trusts me completely

· Watching him grown from a newborn into a real little boy with his own personality

· Knowing he is my son and nothing will ever change that.