I took the last week to start listening better to my kids, to drop what I was doing for what they wanted to do, and to really enjoy the full time job of motherhood that I have.
I must say, some days were easier than others. It was a constant personal battle to remember what my goal was and to pay more attention to the kids. I'm not even sure they noticed, but I did. I had to have a mental change and that is challenging.
I think I did pretty well. I heard Patch laugh more last week than him crying. I'm sure it's because I payed attention to why he was laughing and enjoyed the moments with him. I feel like I was more in tune with my kids needs as I tried to pay better attention. We played games one day, and have had lots of tickling.
My goal for motherhood this week is to spend a little more time talking to each child about the things that they did in the day and to what is important to them. I'm going to try to linger longer after dinner or before bed. I love knowing who my kids are and what they like, I realize they will stop talking to me soon and I need to hold on while I can.
Thanks to all the wonderful examples of motherhood I have out there. Keep up the good work!
5 comments:
lovely.
I need these reminders.
Thanks!
See, what did I tell you? You are truly an inspiration to me. What an amazing mother you are, I really need to do that too, especially since I am pregnant and have no patience and get frustrated with my children way too often. Thanks for sharing your experience!
You are a great example to me. Today was rough with no naps and I need to remember to listen more and just relax. Thanks!
It just becomes more important as they get older... Harder, because what they are feeling is not as clear, but more important. Thanks for the reminder.
I appreciate your reminder. You're such a great mom.
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