Reflections of a Mom
“A baby arrives, and just like that everything changes. The world gets bigger, the heart grows fuller, and life means more,” - author unknown. This weekend celebrates Mother’s Day. For me, it feels a bit different for two reasons. My Mother now lives in a different part of the country, and I won’t be with her in person, and my first born, Andrew, is preparing for the birth of his first baby this month. It’s wonderful but also a little shocking to realize my baby’s having a baby. Seems like yesterday I was rocking him in my arms.
When Andrew was born he was a joy. I was able to stay home with him and say so long to my corporate job. Although I had no experience in being a mother, I took on the role with great love and care. My then husband worked a full-time job as well as managed our sheep farm. He wanted me to stay home and raise our son. I did so with pride. Andrew and I quickly became best buds. Wherever I was, he was too.
Three and a half years later, Andrew’s sister, Hannah was born. He wasn’t so keen on sharing me but soon fell into his big-brother role. Don’t get me wrong, the older they got, the peskier he thought she became….HA. She adored her big brother and did everything to be like him.
During their grade school years even though Andrew often seemed annoyed with his sister, I know he secretly loved her attention and adoration. My absolute favorite times as a mother was to hear just the two of them in one of their rooms laughing, I mean heart-melting, from the bottom of their souls, belly laughing. The other favorite times were when I saw them standing up for each other. Especially when Andrew would protect her without regard for his own safety or backlash.
These are the qualities I know will help him in parenting. His salt of the earth presence, nature loving, kind spirit, generous heart, intelligent mind, and calm yet patient manner will serve him well. He’s grounded in his convictions and has a happy and joyous attitude. Many describe him as an old soul and wise beyond his years.
It’s hard to believe in just a few short weeks, I’ll have a grand baby, my daughter will be an aunt, and my son and daughter-in-law will have a new bundle of love. My children, their person, and my grand babies will always be treasured. Being together as a family brings me the most joy.
Although this weekend is about the celebration for those caring for and loving children, people, and pets. A woman doesn’t have to be a mother to nurture, love, and share her heart. Mother’s Day is for all women and the celebration of how we love unconditionally. These are just a few reflections of a mom. What stories do you have to share?
xoxox…..Sheryl
PS.… My favorite times still include hearing my children belly laughing together as adults.
Photo cred: Todd Fedler / Fedler Photographic Studio
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