You may be thinking . . . "what does this have to do with motherhood?" Here's what.
Although this volunteer position has been an interruption at times in my role as a mother, it has also served as a nice diversion and way to interact with individuals from my field. Today my roles of mom and dietitian collided as a friend there related that she's having a hard time finding contentment with being a stay-at-home mother. This is an issue a lot of my friends (mostly from church) have faced and today I found myself reflecting on where I stand in the contentment category and my quest of getting to this point.
As I mentioned in an earlier post I am in a good place and really enjoy my role. I am not sure if it's because my kids are at good ages, I've gotten more figured out or a combination of the two.
There are tons of books out there that look at motherhood and its place in society. One that comes to mind is called "The Price of Motherhood". I have not read this book fully, but I have read parts of it and discussed parts of it with other mothers. I realize we all need to feel valued, but I have never questioned the value of a mother. I have an incredible one! I am sure that a large part of why I value mothers is because my mother loved what she did. At this point in time I consider the price of motherhood things like this
(We were visiting the monuments in DC on a really hot day, I had rolled my pants up, but one side didn't stay up. I snatched the kids out of the stroller for a picture and was not thinking a bit about how I looked).
As I have watched Sydney and Simon develop I feel so blessed to be a part of their lives. Although I know I can't take all of the credit for their greatness I feel proud of who they are already. I am thrilled with these young fruits of my labor (no pun intended) and even though I will confess it has been SO HARD a lot of the time I think I am willing to look like a dork pretty much every day to have this expereince.
I am hopeful that my friend will realize that adjusting to motherhood can be tough, but the experience is priceless!
4 comments:
I have been to Washington D.C.
It was great place to go and visit.
I hope to go back
You are one of the greatest mothers I know. I hope I learn something by hanging out at your house! Either way I have a great time, and of course the food is always fantastic! Love Ya!
I love that picture! You're a great mom and I learn a lot from you, as does your friend, I'm sure. I have no doubt that Si and Syd will someday say without hesitation--"I value moms because I have a great one!" They're lucky to have you.
Inspiring! Thanks for the lift!
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