My Second Mother's Day: Time with the familia

"A father may turn his back on his child, brothers and sisters may become inveterate enemies, husbands may desert their wives, wives their husbands. But a mother's love endures through all" ~Washington Irving

First things first, I needed to get dressed. The weather here in California is never certain anymore. I wasn't sure what to wear and what to bring just in case a dark cloud decided to follow me.

My details:

Maxi dress by FOREVER21

Skinny black braided belt by FOREVER21

Gladiator sandals by Kennith Cole Reaction

Anchor Bracelet by Betsey Johnson (not seen in the first few pictures)

Please excuse my pig pen, I always seem to make a huge mess when I get dressed hehe.

I need to seriously always keep my bf around so I have someone to take pictures of me, or invest in a tripod.
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My Second mothers day

Jude has been in my life for almost 2 years (this August) and its been a blessing. I am so lucky to have been raised by such a strong woman. My mom was a single parent who raised 4 children on her own. Every holiday, including Fathers Day, we praised my mother. I was so scared when I found out that I was pregnant because I didn't want the possibility of raising Jude alone. Now that it is a reality, I know that I have the ability of doing what my mom did. I know I am far from perfect...but I am doing and going to continue to do what I can and what is best for my son. I thank God every day for everything that I have, and for the ability to provide for my son on my own. Making a baby is easy...being a parent and actually raising a child is a whole other ball game. I am proud to say that I am a mother, and today is my day.

Alright Sonia, relax! Lol...*turns off the serious music*. Mothers Day we always get together and hang out. I made sure to bring some bubbles to keep the kids entertained for a while so us "big kids" could sit and enjoy each others company.

Since Jude is an only child, he gets so happy when he has a chance to play with his cousins.

(Tommy and Mikey)

I used to love running around in the backyard....its nice to see Jude making similar memories.

(Denise, Mikey, Tommy, and Emma)

Hes such a big boy!

PICTURE TIME!! I think it runs in the family, we all love to take pictures hahah.

My mothers boyfriend needs a few lessons on how to work a camera lol...that bright spot in the following picture is his finger!

(Lizzie -my brothers wife, Mom, Christina - my twin, and meh!)

As we get older, my sister and I have become super close...I LOVE YOU PISSY!!

Mama Dunka and Baby Dunka

A quick family picture:

Marina - my little sister, Mom, Raymond - brother, Christina, and me.

Just the girls!

I missed my siblings so much. I wish I can turn the clock back and be a kid again.

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I think Jude knew it was a special day, he was such an angel today! He came in sooo happy this morning with a hug smile and hugged me so tight ;) I think hes going to be a blogger like mommy........or make homemade movies with his friends like his daddy haha.

I like how hes missing his pants and one sock...but sporting the biggest smile on his face!

I hope everyone had a wonderful Mothers Day, I know I did.

*Latina Kisses*

-Sonia