Sorry for such a late post, but after one hectic and LONG day yesterday (spending more than three hours on the road, due to such tremendous traffic!) I haven’t been motivated do anything today. The seminar was interesting; lots of good info on emotional and mindful eating (more to come on that soon!), but I was sure tired by the end of the day!

This morning, Keenan and I took it easy by snuggling on the couch watching “Pingu” with the fireplace going, coloring and playing with Lulu and O’Malley. It was a much needed morning after yesterday!

Anyhow, I had another post planned for today, but after watching this short film, I couldn’t stop thinking about it. It brought tears (good ones) to my eyes…

3 Queens from Matt Bieler on Vimeo.

We, as moms, do so much for our families. We are not only caregivers, but we are teachers, storytellers, playmates, doctors, chefs and everything else in between. We tend to take care of everyone else before we even think about ourselves. It is just what we do. We don’t ask for recognition, we just do it day-in and day-out because that is what we do.

I love being a mom and I can honestly say that I can’t imagine my world without my son. Keenan has brought me so much joy and laughter, as well as teaching me so many things about life, such as slowing down, truly being in the present and cherishing the little things (snuggles, Eskimo kisses, hugs, tickles and staying in our PJs all day). I love being able to stay home with him everyday. Don’t get me wrong, there are definitely days that are more difficult than others, but I wouldn’t change it for anything. One of the things I look forward to the most is hearing his little feet run down the hall in the morning and climb into our bed for some family cuddle time, reading books and watching a little “Elmo” or “Shaun The Sheep” on my nook. It’s the little moments that matter the most.

No matter if a mom works outside the home or stays at home, being a mom is hard work, but also the most rewarding work. Raising children definitely has its ups and downs, but that is the case with everything in life. The years go by so fast and I don’t want to look back and feel like I missed something. I want to be there every step of the way and watch Keenan and baby #2 grow up and be the best that they can be.

As I help raise my children to be the best that they can be, they are helping me to be the best that I can be (as a mom, wife and professional). I don’t believe I’ve lost my identity or sense of self. I believe I have actually gained a new sense of self, identity and direction in life. Just because I’m a mom doesn’t mean I have to sacrifice myself. In order for me to be my best self for my family, I have to invest in myself, too.

REMINDER: Don’t forget to enter my Mother’s Therapy Organics Giveaway for a chance to win a family pack of the best smelling all-natural hand sanitizers! Contest ends Monday!

Questions:

For all of you mommies, did the video hit home? How many roles do you play?

What are some of your fondest memories of your mom when you were a child?

How many roles did your mom have when you were growing-up?

 

 

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