I have been mulling over this post for a few weeks now, and I hope it will be taken in the spirit it is offered.
There has been a widely circulated article on motherhood recently, and while I chuckled at the “real-life” details (haven’t we all been there) something about the article just didn’t set well with me. The author had grown quite frustrated with her elders telling her to “enjoy every moment of raising her children.” I know this frustration, I’ve experienced this frustration…remember I live in the retirement capitol of the world (at least it seems that way to me:). Some days it is very hard to enjoy my children, to savor this moment in time that will never come again, especially if there is vomit involved.
However, my baby is six….SIX! And I find myself becoming one of those annoying people who encourages mothers of younger children to enjoy this time! I know it isn’t easy, but oh, it is SO precious. You will miss those sweet sticky faces, and grubby little hands. I promise!
Ladies…fellow Mamas…don’t squander the time you have with your precious little ones bemoaning the fact that motherhood is hard. Don’t waste your days wishing for more well-behaved children. Do something about it! Enjoy this time…even if there are hard times. Trust me, I’ve been there…there isn’t much I haven’t experienced with four kiddos born within 5 years….
Savor the time….and don’t give up on enjoying this stage of motherhood, it will be over before we know it.
My dear friend Rebecca has also written a post in response to this article. I love what she had to say and strongly encourage you to check it out.
Very nice!!! ;)
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