Motherhood is a full time job. I cringe when I hear somebody say "I'm just a plain housewife -- taking care of my husband and the kids." Oh really, there is nothing "plain" when it comes to ensuring that you keep a clean and happy household. There is definitely nothing "plain" when it comes to looking after the kids. It's one of the most challenging and difficult jobs (if not the most!). I only have one daughter but I feel 24 hours is not enough to keep things in order.
Don't get me wrong though. Despite its challenges, motherhood is the most fulfilling of all careers that I know of. No amount of money or salary would ever compensate for the simple "thank you" and "i love you" that you get from your kids at the end of the day. Those, to me, at worth millions of dollars. Parenting is truly one of my greatest joys. I am not perfect. I'm far from it, in fact. But I don't let that stop me from struggling to be just a bit better each day. I know my daughter is thankful for times that I don't shout whenever she starts a fight with a playmate. For a change, I know she appreciates it when I sit down beside her to watch a favorite movie instead of saying "Mommy has to work baby."When I remember to be a bit more patient and understanding for simple mistakes, I know my daughter is happier. I would sometimes catch her looking at me after committing a mistake, expecting for the worst I guess; and when I keep silent for a while to remind myself that she's just 5 years old, I always have to restrain myself from laughing to see the surprise on her face when I simply tell her "that's okay baby. just be careful next time."
The other day, I thought of creating a blogsite just for my daughter. Each blog is my personal letter to her. One day, she will be able to read what I've written for her and I hope to give her something to laugh and cry about. But most of all, I wish those letters will be a constant reminder of my love for her. It won't be just her journey from childhood to adulthood. It will also be my own journey as I strive to be just a bit better for her each day. And by doing so, I grow as well. We grow and learn together. Read our journey at http://youaremyangeliyenne.blogspot.com/.
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