December 5, 2009 |
| A slice of humble pie |
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So, here we are. Four months and then some into parenthood. I tell ya, it's pretty great! Just peachy. But sometimes the peaches are rotten. Just the other day, I (steph) screamed. It had been a VERY tough day. All 3 babies wanted my attention. All of it. At the same time. They wanted me to know what they needed, but were not sure what it was. The crying and fussing went on for hours and hours. I had not brushed my teeth, eaten, looked in a mirror, changed out of my PJs and it was 3:30 pm. (PS- I had itty bitty sleep time). So at one point I literally screamed-loud. My fit lasted for only a few seconds. The babies didnt seem to mind it. They continued to stare at me and made no reaction to my bout of frustration. (It was if they knew it was coming sooner or later). A few minutes (and a couple of deep breathes) later, Jakob gave me the biggest dimple decked grin he had ever demonstrated. It was just for me, the gift he knew I needed. I had no choice but to smile, and my heart swelled crushing any previous speck of stress and craziness. I guess that is what parenthood is. For every moment of manic there comes two (or three) more moments of pure love and humor. Like, yesterday, Opal pooted so loud she scared herself. Her facial expression was priceless. I laughed 'till I cried. Everyday my babies teach me to be a better person and I thank them for their unknowing wisdom and continuous comedy. I am sure there will be many more parent tantrums and I am sure my children will help me get through it. Yes, I'm being a little mushy and gross but you gotta wallow in it when you get it. They are not going to be this little tomorrow.
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