Mac turns TWO!

It's official. I am the mom of a two year old. Holy guacamole! Where does time go? It seems like only weeks ago we were anxiously anticipating his arrival, and now he's two years old!

Since Mac was born the weekend of the Master's, his birthday usually falls around the event. This year, we decided to celebrate with a Master's themed party. It was so much fun planning his party, and seeing my "pins" come to life. Last month we hosted a cookout at our house where friends & family joined us to celebrate our little man! We had a BOGIE burger bar, PUTTER potato salad, PAR and beans, a CHIPPING area, Bunker BALLS, and a birthday party wouldn't be complete without cake and ice cream! We served water and lemonade for beverages, and all the kiddos got theirs in golf ball cup that they got to take home with them. It was a fun filled evening celebrating Mac! He got lots of birthday surprises, and has enjoyed breaking in all his new toys.

Dear Mac-

We cannot believe you're two years old. You are growing up way too fast! You are learning new things everyday, and it's so much fun watching you grow. We are so thankful God gave you to us. You are the cutest kid we've ever seen, and you bring so much joy to our life. You're sweet and a little bit ornery, but nothing worse than a typical 2 year old little boy. We love hearing your contagious belly laugh, and watching you explore new things. We love you to the moon, baby boy! XOXO

Love,
Mommy& Daddy

Dear Mom,

First off, I want to say thank you. When I was a young girl, I never knew what kind of sacrifices you made for us girls. But now that I'm a mom myself, I know how hard this motherhood thing can be at times and I want you to know that I am beyond grateful for everything you did for me while I was young. And not only thank you for all you did through my childhood, but also for all you do now for my little family. Clete couldn't ask for a better mother in-law to love him and accept him as her own like you do. Mac couldn't have a better Queenie, who loves and adores him. You've taught him so much in life so far! He already knows to cling to Jesus and you've been a big part of teaching him that.

You are our backbone. You hold our family together, and we know that no matter what we can call Mom and she'll always be there. If she doesn't have the right the thing to say or advice to give, she has the right Bible verse(s) to send your way that are exactly what you need to read. And sometimes it's just an ear to listen but exactly what we need.

You are our prayer warrior. We feel your prayers, especially during times when we need them.

You are a friend. Now that I'm older, I'm so grateful for the close bond that we have. I know you're just a phone call and hour and half drive away if we need you. And I'm honored to call you more than my mom, but my friend.

You are a super-star grandma. I'm thankful that you play a major role in my child's life. I love watching the bond grow that Mac has with you and Dad. He loves his Queenie & Poppie, and already knows they'd do anything in the world for him.

You are loved. Although we don't tell you often enough, we love you so much and know that we would be lost without you.

On this Mother's Day, and every day, I hope that you know how much you're loved and appreciated. I pray that I can be a large chunk of the mom you are to Mac and any other children we may have one day. XOXO

In honor of Mother's Day this weekend, I wanted to write a post in honor of my mom. Now that I'm a mother myself, I know how very special this day is. I hope every mother reading this has a wonderful Mother's Day!