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It’s not always pretty, it’s messy, loud, defeating, stressful….but worth it all. My daughter will be young for a very short period of time, in the blink of the eye she will be an adult and I’m sure I’ll be missing these times. My Mom always tells me that I was just like my daughter is and she never seems to focus upon my bad behaviors as a child. There’s wisdom in this, I know I’ll remember mainly the wonderful moments of love…..and try to focus upon those daily.
Even if it’s for just one minute in a day that I get a smile from my saucy 3-year-old, I’ll consider that day a success!
My point here is that my life as a Mom isn’t always simple, my daughter helps to ensure it isn’t. They are wily, crafty, intelligent creatures who mess up my just-cleaned home, stain my new furniture and generally baffle me every day.
The key to a happy experience during the tough times of motherhood for me has been being present for the small joys. By being sober of mind and emotion I have been blessed with these moments which fill my heart and my arsenal of love for the battles of the day.
It’s truly a battle at times, we Mom’s have to be well defended against becoming resentful. As we tire, as we wear down we have to replenish ourselves so we can function well for the little beings we’re entrusted with. For me I do this by spending time alone, by talking with friends, by meditating and spending time with God…..and yes by picturing myself having deep conversations with Mr McConaughy on a beach.
It’s normal to have negative emotions but it’s what we do with them that matters! So many of us are apt to chase escape through alcohol, drugs, over-spending, over-working and other vices. Evidence of this is simple to find, just watch Facebook for the status updates and I’m sure you’ll see a Mom begging for a drink in response to her children’s behaviors.
God entrusted me with this child and I’m determined to give her the BEST of myself!
I’ve learned that a clear head and sober mind are essential to experiencing all that life has to offer and am truly grateful I’ve learned to cope with the challenges life is throwing at me.
How do you deal with the wonders of motherhood, are you replenishing your stash of patience?
