Dr. Suess was on to something...

Oh, the Places You'll Go!

My friends it seems motherhood is a strange new place, and everyone acts like they set the pace.  With intentions of raising well-rounded wee ones, we set off on our journey and hope that we're even.  Which path will you take? You need to choose.. For there are mothers already with their parenting views!  Co-sleeping, or baby-wearing, be loving and kind, there's no real line in the sand in my mind!  What you choose for your little one is not up for debate. You aren't on trial for your parenting traits!   

"And when things start to happen,
don't worry. Don't stew.
Just go right along.
You'll start happening too."

 Easier said then done, I say!  With laundry, and groceries, and meals to be made.  It seems as though we get stuck in a spot, where the days we need rest and the children do not!  Chores will get done, kids will get tired, while coffee and chocolate keep mommy hard-wired. 

"And when you're in a Slump,
you're not in for much fun.
Un-slumping yourself
is not easily done."

 So we are pulled and brought back by our friends with big shoulders, other moms who have felt this and needed supporters.  For they were right from the start with their warnings of blue days, and although hard to admit help wanted is okay. 

"Everyone is just waiting.

Waiting for the fish to bite

or waiting for wind to fly a kite

or waiting around for Friday night

or waiting, perhaps, for their Uncle Jake

or a pot to boil, or a Better Break

or a sting of pearls, or a pair of pants

or a wig with curls, or Another Chance.
Everyone is just waiting."

 Each day is an adventure in mommy land you know, whether it's teething to walking, just seeing them grow!  You won't be changing diapers for long, and sleep will get better-- just know that these challenges won't go on forever! 

"I'm afraid that some times

you'll play lonely games too.

Games you can't win

'cause you'll play against you.

All Alone!

Whether you like it or not,

Alone will be something

you'll be quite a lot."

When it comes to judgment, you're your worst critic, and will put your decisions to question you cynic! For you have no one to hold your hand, no one will shout "right!" or "wrong!" from the stands.  You have your own instincts and can make mistakes dear, just keep that in mind when you look in the mirror.     

"You'll get mixed up, of course,
as you already know.
You'll get mixed up
with many strange birds as you go.
So be sure when you step.
Step with care and great tact
and remember that Life's
a Great Balancing Act."

So  while you may be a maid, a chef and a nurse, these traits just add to your Mary Poppin's-style purse....  A goddess, a friend, a smart business woman, your kids will thank you for the life they are given.

                    "Today is your day!

Your mountain is waiting.
So...get on your way!"