Before I was a Mom

Dear Colton, Bailey & Kinley,

   I saw this and wanted to share it with you, and then I decided I needed to write my own version of  "Before I was a Mom" just for you. 

Before I was a Mom

 

I never thought about how much worry I would feel when you stepped on the School Bus.

 

I never felt the real fear of  losing someone in the store.

 

I never knew the real comfort of holding a sleeping child.

 

I never felt the joy of a sleepy child  just waking up and coming into the living room and lighting up when they saw me.

 

I never knew how nice it was to go to the grocery store alone.

 

I never thought I would say, "Quit sticking your fingers in your mouth!"  'That's how People get sick!"

 

I never thought I would say, "You can't take your clothes off in a Restaurant!"

 

I never realized how much I would be relied on.

 

I use to say, "I would never let my child act that way!"  Now I understand what picking your battles means.

 

I never understood what endless laundry meant.

 

I never realized that not all kids like Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches.

 

I never knew how emotional it would be to drop someone off for their first day of Kindergarten.

 

I never realized how fast time would fly.

 

I never rocked a baby and cried because I felt so blessed.

 

I never rocked a baby and cried because I was so tired and just wanted them to go to sleep.

 

I never felt the excitement of hearing a child read for the first time.

 

I never thought about how many times I would say "Stop picking your nose!"

 

I never danced to the theme song of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.

 

I never carried a camera everywhere I went.

 

I never realized how imaginative kids were.

 

I never realized how much more there was to learn about life.

 

I never truly felt the joy of a child's laughter.

 

I never thought I could LOVE someone so much!!!!!

 

I really could go on for days, but I'll stop here.

 

I am so proud to be your Mommy and want the very best for you.

 

I love you to the Moon and back!

 

Love,  Mommy