I was sitting here trying to figure out what is my favorite thing about being a new mother.  First I would say that the sheer miracle that it happened is certainly a long awaited dream come true.  I think my most favorite part is that hope his new life presents.  On the selfish side, I get to start all over again through his eyes.  Hopefully I can do this by supporting his informed choices by allowing him to live his own life.  The thing is, I love him so much and want the best for his life so much that this goal may prove impossible.  He'll be 12 weeks old on Friday and he still sleeps with me.  When we wake up in the morning (for the last time), he just grins and coos like he is so happy to see another day.  He makes me happy to see it too, no matter how tired I am.  To me, that is pure joy.  What is your favorite part about being a mom?  (I tried to come up with one favorite but I ended up with three.)