one of my dear friends is just days away from having her first child. as a gift, i have put together a "mommy kit" that consists of several things she may find useful in the days and weeks after her delivery. i included a book that i considered a bible in the first years of my children's lives: baby 411. in order to share some tips that helped me, i just spent the morning going through the book - page by page - and writing notes of advice or encouragement.
that little exercise took me back to those early days with my kids and it was quite a nostalgic moment. i remember the peace i felt being at home with my kids during their first few weeks of life. they were new to the world and i was new to the world of motherhood, yet we both managed to figure things out and enjoy even the toughest times.
kids grow up quickly and i have to remind myself to never wish any days away - even the hard ones. "poppa c" and i have to work to appreciate the hard lessons we learn because it surely only makes us better prepared for what is to come! so today, i am reminded to love every moment with my kids, "chip" and "karat", and to love them unconditionally. i am so blessed to be their "momma c"... hug your kids today and remember, gratitude is the attitude!
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