I always knew I wanted to have kids, even at a young age. Now that I have 2 of my own (who are currently 6 and almost 9 years old), I realize this shit is hard! I love my kids to death. Would do absolutely anything in the world for them, but holy sh** they depend on me for everything! Let’s face it, no mom knows what they are doing. Instead, we just try and do our best to figure it out as we go! I make mistakes daily, but what gets me through is knowing that they know without a doubt how much I love them, and they are kind humans.
I loved being pregnant! That experience is like no other! You grow a human, so that is pretty amazing! From the moment you look at your child you realize you will love them forever. It is a different love because it is an unbreakable bond (a little mix of you and the hubby). You are no longer from that moment number one, they are! The years go by fast, and I try to document as much as I can through pictures! As the years fly by, they become more and more independent little people. This is nice because you slowly start to feel like you get a piece of you back (which disappeared for the last several years). Only now am I realizing it is okay to not be everything to everyone all the time. I now know I need to take me time whether that be unwinding with my friends, working a second job, going for a run, or jamming out in the car. If you are a momma reading this, you are doing a great job, but don’t lose yourself! You will be a better mom and wife if you have yourself some me time. If you need a break take one. If you need help, then ask for it (I am horrible at this)! Some days suck. Don’t focus on those days, but know you are not alone! Hide in that bathroom and have a cry. Drink a beer to get you through the day. Do you honey! There will be better days and moments ahead. So just keep trucking along because you have the most important job of all! – Mary
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