Photo Recreation for Mother's/Father's Day

Very few things can make you appreciate the loving lengths your parents went through than having a baby (or two) of your own.

As a sentimental idea for Mother's Day and Father's Day, I thought I would recreate some of my favorite parent and child photos from my days of all that free food, love and protection.

You don't have to match the clothes or setting exactly. What's more important is trying to get a similar camera angle and composition and to capture some of that sweet sentiment between parent and child.


HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

Mom and me, 1986(ish); Winry and me, April 2018

What I love most about the photo with my mom and me was the look of wonder and enthusiasm my mom had for whatever it was that was capturing my attention. She has always been a source of encouragement and support that I hope to live up to for my daughter and son.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!

Dad and me, 1984; Henry and me, April 2018

I may only be a baby in the photo with my dad compared to my toddler son with me, but the sentiment of comfort and love is still there. My dad has always looked out for me and been available as a guide whenever needed. I hope my children always feel as loved and protected as they do in a moment of couch snuggles.

Me with my hands full at the State Botanical Gardens, April 2018

My twins are toddlers now, and the most common response I receive from others is some variation of "Wow—you must have your hands full."

Yes—yes, I do. But I like to describe parenthood as such: it is the best thing you'd ever be willing to be so exhausted for.

I just hope my parents were happy to be so exhausted for my brother and me because I'm sure no baby, toddler or kid has ever made it easy for their parents and has always taken it for granted.

So thank you, Mom and Dad. I love you.