Happy Freakin' Mother's Day

None of the mom's in my neighborhood are inclined to feel sorry for themselves, but open about the fact that "mother's day" couldn't be less of a red letter day in terms of luxury and relaxation. Long work hours, whining children, science project deadlines and temper tantrums don't come to a screeching halt when the hour strikes. That said, our grumbles turn to gratitude when we cap a difficult day (week, month) with each other and drink in the joyful cackles of our children. Who needs breakfast in bed when you have this?