There. I said it. I always knew being a mom was challenging, but I never expected it to be like this. What do you do when your kids act like they hate you? Well, hate is a strong word, I guess it's more indifference than hate. And that's just one. The other one loves me most of the time, except when she's scared of me. What's up with that? And the eye rolling. When do they learn that? Is there a class at school or something?
And, mom friends, how do you ever carry on a conversation? I have not mastered that yet. Seems like every time I want to talk to someone I am distracted beyond belief by something one of them is doing. Is this a something that I am completely oblivious to? Do all moms struggle to put sentences together?
Plus, I'm constantly tired. I could fall over into a nap at any given moment. Most moms I know also suffer from this "need a nap syndrome," so at least THAT feels normal.
I keep reminding myself that there is enough grace for all of this. There is grace for me, and for my girls. There is great love from my friends and family. I can take a deep breath, remember I am new at this, and keep moving forward. I can put my kids to bed thirty minutes early and have ice cream, because, well, I'm the mom.
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Yes, all of those are completely normal. I have a very dear friend that I LOVE to chat with. She is a mom of 5, I have 3. Our conversations are now strictly by text, and often go on for days. We just can not talk anymore.
You are doing fine, all of it is what we all struggle with! Send them to bed and have that ice cream (or a glass of wine!)
This makes me laugh (the because I am the mom part- love it!)! I am so happy for you, my dear sister. I also love that you say that you're new at this. I think that every day. Just when I think I've got something down, along comes another new learning experience! Keeps me on my toes, that little one. And you with TWO- NEW- AT ONCE! Oh my. My admiration for you grows. I love you.
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