Motherhood, the greatest gift

My daughter, "The Birthday Girl""The days are long, but the years are short." -Gretchen RubinRecently, my children and I were in a significant car accident. We all survived without physical injury. However, the stress of it has been overwhelming. And, it has made me even more appreciative of my blessings. And, with "National Daughters' Day" being today, I am incredibly grateful.Thirteen years ago I became a mom. And from that day on, my life gained. new meaning and added re responsibility. For better or for worse, my heartbeats, my breathes and my decisions became more important. The transformation occurred during the gestational period and became more intense with each contraction and with each push.& Some people pride themselves on "being the same" as they were years ago. I guess that mindset works for them. However, for me, I can say without equivocation, motherhood changed me.& Ever since I learned about "National Daughters' Day", I have thought myself to be incredibly lucky. Somehow, the birthday of my only daughter is on September. 25tth--the same day as this new holiday. This year is really special because she turned 13 this year.& A photo from the early yearsThis milestone reminds me. of the...