Mama, Mother, Official Snack Carrier…
Whatever title you choose, this life is hectic and beautiful. It is exhausting and exhilarating all at the same time. Actually, speaking of time, it is time-consuming. You are needed every second of every day whether they think they need you or not. Before you know it you are the chef, the mediator, the doctor, and so on. You will have so many roles to play, each one more important than the last. At times, you will wonder if this will be the year you finally win best-supporting actress.
Around here there is never a dull moment. My kiddos know exactly how to keep me on my toes and I am forever grateful. From pee all over the floor to cat food everywhere because they just want to help, it is an adventure for sure. As a mom to a preteen and a very rambunctious three-year-old, I am constantly learning, too.
I am learning to accept that I can not change the chaos. I can only walk into it head held high and expect to be surprised at every turn. This may sound daunting but I assure you I speak about this with only love and excitement. I am learning to live with mistakes, mostly my own, which means I can really relish in the triumphs. Another important lesson is that yes, my kiddos will push me to my limits, and then bring me back down to their level with oozing smiles and all of their kisses. I am learning that they are actually in charge and I am just here for moral support.
Mom life can be stressful.
At the end of a very long day, all I can hope and pray for is that I am not failing them, that I am not doing them a disservice, and that I have given them all they needed. Only time will tell. But if my kiddos continue to be the amazing little balls of kindness and joy then maybe I am doing alright.
It is chalked full of repeating myself. Saying things I never thought I’d say, like, “Please don’t lick that wall!” It is full of heartache for their little heartbreaks and wondering why they hate naps so much when all I want to do is sleep. It is forever giving enthusiastic applause over the same jokes and plays they put on for me and counting down the hours until dad is home so I can shower.
Mom life is epic and wild. It is the feeling you get when you are zooming down a rollercoaster. You are scared and laughing and just hoping no one throws up on you. It is everything you dreamed of and so much more.
Being a mom is my life and it definitely keeps me the busiest. I love this job, no, I love this life. This crazy, beautiful, hectic mom life.
