Hello Dear Friends. Just popping in to check on you all. I hope you've been well. I am wonderful.
My tags today are nothing new, posted a while ago, but are all I have to share right now. My heart is full, my hands are busy, I have much to love and be thankful for.
I am soaking in motherhood and all of that wonders that it holds...grateful to get a chance to be a mom :). We have temper tantrums, come-a-parts, sass that never quits, and many other not so pretty and perfect moments, but life doesn't have to be perfect to be pretty amazing.
I just tucked mine into bed and love getting to do so. This quote means so much to me.
See you very soon!
Melis
I love that quote, too. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Daniela | July 30, 2014 at 04:58 AM
And to add to your thoughts . . . babies grow up way too fast.
Time flies by and you wonder where the days and years went.
Enjoy them while you have them, and be thankful.
Posted by: Bev | July 30, 2014 at 11:45 AM
Lovely tags, Melis. I love the quote you shared--so true!
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | July 30, 2014 at 03:52 PM
I think Dr. Phil called these outbursts, Tall Tantrums, they're just like the ones thrown at 2 and 3, just taller. In case, no one told you, they really do get back to being their true selves, although it takes a while and sometimes you may wonder whether that's true.
It's good to carry a Q-tip around in your pocket to remind yourself to "quit taking it personally." That really helped me to chuckle while muddling through,
Hugs to all the loving mom's out there who are staying the course.
Posted by: Lani | July 30, 2014 at 06:45 PM
Like both tags! The faded images w/the burlap and trim are great. Throughout my life, wherever I have been, physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually, my parents have been my constant. All the days that I have lived, through everything including relationships, marriage, step-kids and all that life has brought me, good, bad, happy, sad ... they have always been there ... a soft place to land. I am so blessed that they are still here with me so I get the chance to thank them and tell them each day that I love them. I pray that you and your DH will always be that for your sweet girl. :D TFS Pres. Lee's inspiring words.
Posted by: Gabby | July 30, 2014 at 11:46 PM
Thank you, Melissa, for the gentle reminder of what is most important in a mother's life:)
Posted by: Laura Jane | July 31, 2014 at 05:45 AM
BEAUTIFUL TAGS Melissa! Being a parent is a trying job! But, I am finding once they are a little older, that you start seeing how all that hard work has paid off! They start seeing the world differently--it expands beyond themselves! :) HANG IN THERE Dear Lady! All your patience will pay off! :D LOVE the verse you posted!
Posted by: Becky Green | July 31, 2014 at 06:38 AM
I have been reading quite a few of your blog posts to catch up. Life has been busy the past few weeks. At first happy very belated birthday wishes; being 40 is wonderful. I can tell you that because I turned 50 last week and that's pretty amazing too :) I always love your posts about being a mother and the stories of your daily life. This one too. Being here always make me smile, thankful and aware that we are living a wonderful life. Thaank you so much for all the words of wisdom.
And your tags......as always...they took my breath away..
Posted by: Stella | July 31, 2014 at 01:29 PM
Love this beautiful quote and the reminder to treasure these childhood moments! They truly are the best even amid the sometimes difficult moments or circumstances! :)
Posted by: Jill norwood | August 13, 2014 at 05:07 AM