10 Things I Love About Being a Mom

1. Loving unconditionally 2. Knowing that I can make the world better for someone with just a hug

3. That drowsy eyes moment before the kids move from awake to asleep

4. Discovering the balance between protecting and letting go

5. Identifying my child simply by the sound of his cry or the smell of his skin

6. Watching my children fight, then love, then fight, then love

7. Being reminded each day about the importance of playing, laughing, crying, peeing and pooping

8. Patience

9. Being the audience at every dance show, fashion show, "look at my drawing" show, and "come watch me do this" show

10. Loving someone more than I could ever love myself, but teaching them the importance of loving who you are