I've heard lots of moms complain that they don't like Mother's Day -- it's like the big slap in the face that they aren't good enough or something. I don't get it -- I'd like as many days dedicated to my comfort and well being as possible. Even though it's 10:33 on Saturday night and I know my husband is out shopping to get me something from the grocery store . . . I still dig the holiday. Bring it on! :)
I don't know why so many moms think we should be "perfect" -- I've known for too long that I am totally imperfect -- as long as you know that I'm not even close to perfect -- then I'm ok.
I loved Therese Borchard's article this month -- Confessions of an Imperfect Mom -- it actually made me realize that I did once have a theory that the phrase "do no harm" could be applied to children successfully. And then I dropped the diaper bag on my 2 month old's head while I was trying to unlock the door. That was my first realization that I probably would indeed subject these little people to my weaknesses. That was 5 years ago and I've had many imperfect moments since then.
Oddly my children aren't perfect either! :) Phew!
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