I am here. I am in it and living my dream. What more could I ask for, really? Life with babies and toddlers is challenging--so challenging. The physical demands, the lack of sleep, the full range of emotions from moment to moment. I found refuge in my daydreams of a day when I could put my own needs higher on the priority list. I dreamt of being in nature, of exuding joy, of laughing with my kids (we all know toddlers offer plenty of opportunity to laugh at them), and of nurturing all my other relationships as I do my children.
Only recently have I realized that I'm here! I can sleep 9 hours at night if I chose to. I can hop on my bike and explore for hours at a time. I can find multiple reasons for joyous celebration and earnest laughter in each day. There are material things that I would like to have, new places I'd like to travel to, and goals I am still striving to achieve, but I really do feel that everything I need is already a part of my self-created life.
I write this for several reasons. One--to remind myself that it's true. We all have that little voice that creeps in to try to tell us that it's not enough. But I know that's not true. I also want to give all those Moms out there who are facing a full week ahead of runny noses, temper tantrums, and midnight blow-outs a little hope. Envision being there, wherever that is for you, and before you know it, there you are. I also want to share with all what I believe to be true -- that attitude makes all the difference. We are in charge of our quality of life and quality-control is led by a positive attitude.
So go on out and create a fantastic week for yourself!
peace, love, and bright sides...
