The other day I was watching Gemma stand by the dishwasher, hand me dishes, and say "Day-doo" as she handed me each one. I suddenly realized that it feels like just yesterday that Hannah was doing that exact thing. It took me a second to come back to reality and remind myself that this was my SECOND daughter doing that same thing. Not only was it a fun moment to realize that kids do lots of things the same way, but I also had to take a breath and remember that I need to cherish each of those moments because they go SO fast!
Every once in awhile, I'll get that sensation of "Are these really my children? Aren't I still just babysitting?" The other day I took Hannah to her swim lessons, and although I didn't think of it at the time, I had this powerful moment last night as I was falling asleep, that I AM THE MOM NOW! You may read that and think, "Ummm...you are just realizing that now?! What about the pregnancy, the labor, the birth, the last four years???" Don't worry--I'm not crazy or anything; I just have to come to terms with it in a brand new way sometimes. I like to think back to the days when I imagined being a mom, staying home with them, and taking them to activities like swim lessons...and now I'm doing it! God is so good to have blessed me with my true heart's desire, and I like to celebrate that every once in awhile. Thanks for joining me in my celebration of mommyhood! :)
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i understand EXACTLY what you mean. when did i turn into "THE MOM"?
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