It's been almost 4 weeks and so far I've learned that being a mommy is by far the toughest thing I've ever done. And I can't explain what is so tough about it. It just is. But I'm also learning it's the most amazing thing I've ever experienced. Day by day I'm putting down perfection and replacing it with more and more love. I'm trying to listen to my husband and my God more who tell me I'm doing a great job at being a mom and trying to listen less to the doubt that the enemy places in my head. There are millions of moms in this world but I am the only one qualified to be Wyatt's mom and He's given me everything I need to do so. I am so blessed to have this gift of being his mommy.
These past few weeks have been a whirlwind and I'm finally trying to take some time to fill myself back up - so I can continue to pour out this love to my child and husband. I read a blog post the other day that really spoke to me. The writer stated, "It's not about trying to be a perfect parent, it's about trying to provide a love that is perfect for them." She goes on to talk about the fact that it is the love that sticks with them. It's the love they pass on. She says to let go of distraction and perfection so you can love. Stare into their eyes. Memorize their voice. Hug them until your arms grow tired. Say I love you until you lose your voice.
It's really pretty simple. Just love them. That is all. And the same goes for my marriage. I can get so caught up in trying to be the perfect wife and now also, the perfect mom but that is completely out of my hands. I'm simply called to love. And I'm thankful for that because I know I can do that.
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