 There are times, as a parent of older kids, to be weird and wonderful, and other times to just stop being weird. The trick is to know which is which!
Sometimes when I'm with one of my kids and some of their friends, it's clear that they're embarrassed enough just to HAVE a mom, it's not the time to talk much. Other times I feel moved to speak, asking a question or telling a little story. It may be a little awkward, but that's a part of life, right? I hope my kids will keep learning that it's okay to be kind of weird, to say things that are true and real sometimes, even if they're unfamiliar or a little uncomfortable. I hope they'll see that you can be sensitive to someone's feelings and responsive, and still be your own self in goofy ways. I hope I'll keep learning how to be my own real self even when someone doesn't appreciate it! And I hope that I keep learning how to back off and stop being weird when necessary.
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8/1/2016 02:12:35 pm
Being a mom is a tough job. You have to be patient, caring, and strong at all times. I grew up with only having my mom with me. Honestly speaking, it really feels like there's something missing in my life but my mom makes me feel that I'm loved. It's natural that kids would feel annoyed whenever their parents is around especially if they are on their puberty stage. It's hard but be patient with them. Leave a Reply. |
About Gloria:I'm a mom, wife, daughter, friend, and teacher who has long struggled with the desire to be the perfect person I imagine that I should be. Practicing mindfulness has changed my life, helping me to make peace with myself as I truly am and to appreciate my family, life, and the world as they actually are. Join my email list here, or call or email to schedule an appointment or learn more about classes.Archives
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