(Of course, if I didn't whine and complain about caring for a toddler there wouldn't be much to blog about, now would there? After all, that is what I do all day... )
My days can be tough and it's hard to keep my patience, to be consistent, to comply with all of the demands... It's easy to get lost in the blinding intensity of it all, which makes it that much more important for me to recognize and take time for all the joys motherhood brings.
Yesterday morning, I took my son to see my friend and her new baby girl. She also has a son who is the same age as my son, so it was an opportunity for the boys to play together as well. Things were going well until my son, frustrated over a toy not working properly, had a screaming, crying, throwing fit in the middle of their backyard.
When distracting him with other toys didn't work, I scooped him up and just started dancing around the yard with him. His big sobs quickly turned into excited giggles as we spun 'round and 'round on a gorgeous autumn morning.
I'm sure I looked like a giant dork, but I didn't care. My son was happy and his laughter was music to my ears, and that moment of being so silly together was priceless. After I put him down, he was ready to play again and I felt like a good mommy. Amidst the chaos, there is a moment like this everyday. Whether it's my son asking for a hug while I'm in the middle of making dinner or the big smile I get just for handing him a cup of milk, I just have to stop and notice them.
He fell asleep on the way home from our playdate, but woke up a little after we pulled into the garage. I was prepared to encounter an angry bear. Instead, he just outstretched his tiny arms to be picked up. As I walked him into the house and towards his crib, he rested his sleepy head on my shoulder and snuggled in, as if to say "Thank you, Mommy. I love you."
I love you, too, Son.
DAY TWO: I'm thankful for my son and all of the joys of motherhood that he brings every single day!
5 comments:
Ahhh that's so sweet! Why didn't I blog about that? I had my little guy giggling so hard today. I AM the tickle monster. :)
You're a good mommy.
Good for you. Raising a toddler certainly has it's ups and huge downs...Cherish the ups!
You are a very good mama. Isn't it funny how in the midst of a craptastic day- one little smile can just cut right through to your heart?
-HH
"I love you, Mommy" is hands down my favorite phrase in the universe! Great post--and good for you for thinking of a fun way to turn that tantrum around instead of making a hasty exit! I tagged you for a meme.
What a beautiful story! I can identify with all you've said and will have to remember to be silly the next time my toddler throws a fit.
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