"To describe my mother would be to write about a hurricane in its perfect power. Or the climbing, falling colors of a rainbow." - Maya Angelou
As I sit down to write my journal entry, my mind is filled with a million different thoughts. Thoughts of the past, the present, and the future. Thoughts about my role as a mother, and whether or not I am doing a good job. Thoughts about the constant pressure to be the "perfect" mom, and how impossible that seems at times. But most of all, thoughts about the overwhelming feeling of love and responsibility that comes with being a mother.
Like many mothers, I have struggled with the feeling of not being good enough. The feeling that I am failing my daughter in some way. It's a feeling that can creep up on you at any moment, whether when my child cried in public or came home with the news that her teacher had to see me. It's a feeling that can be all-consuming, and it can be hard to shake off.
But then there are those moments. The moments that make all of the worry and doubt disappear. The moments when my child gives me a hug and says "I love you", or when she accomplishes something she has been working on for months. It's those moments that remind me why I became a mother in the first place.
Being a mother is not easy. It's a 24/7 job that requires endless patience, love, and sacrifice. It's a job that comes with no instruction manual, no guarantee of success, and no breaks. But despite all of that, it's the most rewarding job in the world.
I remember the day I became a mother like it was yesterday. The moment I held my baby in my arms for the first time, I knew that my life would never be the same. It was a feeling of pure joy and pure terror all at once. I was responsible for this tiny little human being, and I had no idea what I was doing. But as the days and weeks passed, I found my footing. I learned to trust my instincts, and to listen to my heart.
Of course, there have been many ups and downs along the way. There have been moments of frustration, exhaustion, and doubt. But through it all, I have learned that being a good mother is not about being perfect. It's about showing up, day after day, and doing the best you can. It's about loving my child unconditionally, even when she drives me crazy. It's about being there for her, through thick and thin.
So, am I a good mom? That's not for me to say. But what I do know is that I love my daughter with all of my heart. I would do anything for her, and I will always be there to support her and guide her, no matter what. And in the end, that's all that really matters.
Being a mother is not easy, but it's the most important job in the world. So to all the moms out there who are struggling, who are doubting themselves, who are feeling like they are not good enough - know that you are doing an amazing job. You are doing the best you can, and that is more than enough. Keep loving your children, keep showing up, and keep being the amazing mothers that you are.
TRUTH: I wouldn't trade anything for the experience of having my daughter. She is absolutely precious to me.
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