Life as a Mom of a One Year Old

"It's not fair," the Mommy pouts. "Now that he's becoming his own little person, I have to be back at work!"

It's true... After one incredible year of being a Mommy to little Tristan, it's hard to go back to work. Not because I don't love work; I really love working. But because he is so amazing, and I wish I could spend every minute learning more about him.

We've had a terrific year just getting to know each other. With our visits to the zoo, Bragg Creek, the play room, Banff, Canmore and various places around town, things have certainly been busy. But it was worth it. Tristan is a wonderful little guy - curious, charming, giving (he always wants to share his food - LOL), funny, smart and adventurous. I am so lucky to have him as my baby.

Being a Mom and an almost wife has put a different perspective on things. Someone asked me earlier today what I envisioned for myself within the next three or four years, and I responded that I wanted to be happy and enjoy my family. Just being with Tristan and his Daddy - even on a bad day - makes me happy. Yes, you can groan at my sentimentality. If you would have asked me the question 10 years ago, I probably would have said something more career focused. It's amazing how things change.

Being a Mommy has also made me appreciate my friends more, even though I haven't been able to see as much of them lately. I'm very grateful to have such supportive friends. When things are tough - they're always there. I'm just lucky in general, I guess.