Mom is Forever
Motherhood changes everything. That’s what they say, and it’s true. It changes your sleep patterns, your body, your work choices, your relationships, your priorities, your aspirations, your morning routine, your evening routine, and everything in between. It stretches you to reach into places you never knew were accessible to you, unearthing deep pockets of courage, ingenuity, and patience. It makes you stumble over roadblocks that you never considered before, giving you the chance to learn about the Real Life at every turn.
But, more than any of these changes, motherhood changes your heart. It’s not just that it’s bigger and more capable of love than ever before. Being a mom actually changes the way your heart works. Your children become a part of every equation. Your heart doesn’t make a move without them. Each decision is now predicated on how your choice will affect your kids. They are, more often than not, the deciding factor on the Big Things in your life.
Even when you’re not faced with any decisions, your children are always there in your heart. Ask any mother on any day about what is most important to her, and you will always get the same answer – her kids. World peace would be nice, but the kids come first. No matter where you are or what you are doing, a piece of your heart is always focused on your little ones – wondering what they are doing, if they are okay, and when they will be home.
And, apparently, that never stops – once a mom, always a mom. Though your role will change as the years fly by, the core essence of what it means to be a mom – to love unconditionally, without reservation, completely and wholly – only grows stronger and deeper as you watch your babies grow up. Though you may start out changing diapers and end up babysitting the grandchildren, you will never stop being a mom to your kids. You will always worry about them. You will always want what’s best. You will always share your opinion (for their own good, of course), and you will always remind them to bring a sweater, eat their vegetables, and mind their manners. You will never stop thinking of them as your little angels, and – happily – you will always be able to embarrass them with hardly any effort at all.
Motherhood – it’s the life-changing, heart-expanding, reality-altering experience that will stay with you forever. Aren’t we lucky?
Image Credit: J.K. Califf
Posted: 09.07.2010 by FoBaM: Jamie
Plum Organics: nurturing Generation Organic with healthy foods for little ones
Who doesn’t struggle with the routine of mealtime, snacktime, and lunchbox packing every day? As moms, we want the best for our kids, but encouraging good eating habits – both at home and on the go – can be a challenge. Plum Organics has made it easy to foster a lifetime of healthy eating with their line of delicious baby food purees and toddler snacks – all made with pure ingredients in super-convenient, eco-friendly packaging. (more…)
Posted: 05.12.2010 by FoBaM: Jamie
$89.99 A Fancy little Rocking Chair
At the best of times, moms are extremely short on time to themselves. Our
days (not to mention our nights) are filled to overflowing with the hustle
and bustle of caring for and enjoying our children, partners, extended family,
friends, and co-workers. Our daily rounds shuttle us…
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“I sometimes wake in the early morning & listen to the soft breathing of my children & I think to myself, this is one thing I will never regret & I carry that quiet with me all day long.”
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