By Claralynn Schnell of ContemporaryVA
No one told me how hard this parenting job was. No one told me there were days that I would hate the name Mom. No one told me that my house would constantly be in a state of disaster. No one told me that laundry would become unmanageable. No one told me that I would get less sleep and by less, I mean none. No one told me that my life would change. Change for the better.
My two children have definitely made my life harder, that is for sure, but they have blessed it in so many ways that I literally could not name them all. They have changed how I view things, how I love, how I spend my time, what my priorities are and what I find joy in. My days are no longer predictable. My chore list gets longer and longer and some things never get done. But one kiss, one hug, one smile from them and literally nothing else matters. Don’t get me wrong, I have a job, I have responsibilities and I do keep a clean house, but those things do not compare to coloring, teaching them new things and watching the pure joy in their faces when we play in the sprinkler.
Watching my kids become tiny humans has been a loving journey. Watching my oldest transform in to an amazing big brother and watch him help his little brother with things is something that brings a smile to my face daily. I now find joy and accomplishment watching them become who they are, by guiding them on this journey of life and helping to mold them into amazing little people. People who do good in the world and for other people. I mold them by setting an example, by teaching them by showing them. I let my actions speak louder than words, I apologize to them when I lose my temper, and I let them know that sometimes Mommy is not perfect. I am not above telling them that I did something wrong. I want them to know that I am an imperfect person, in an imperfect world, striving to just be a good and humble person.
My journey was not always easy, bump free or even enjoyable. However, I found as I changed my view, my outlook and my attitude that I started to truly enjoy these little people. I now find accomplishments in the things we do together. In teaching them new skills and in seeing their eyes shine when they have conquered a hard task. I have come full circle in believing that my job as a mom is the hardest, most fulfilling job I will ever hold in my life. Do you feel disconnected from your job as a parent, is something holding you back from fully investing in your family? Contact Paul and he can help you.