Recently...

I had a sad situation that really made me think about my kids. I'm not going to go into the situation, but I'd like to share my resulting thoughts.
You know those moments when you stop and wonder what your kids feel and think? I've been wondering what my kids think of how I feel about them. They know I love them, Mom's are supposed to. But do they really think that I enjoy, cherish, and value them - as people?! Yes, they are still small, but if I don't value them now will I later when they are older? Do I show them my joy in who they are? And the sad truth is, not really. Not as much as I'd like them to.
I want them to walk out the door each day and understand how much fun I have with them or how much I wish to be near them! I don't want to push them aside for my own enjoyment - my own wants. Yes, it's important to have some time for myself or my hubby or my friends, but I NEVER want them to feel pushed aside.
My babies are funny, sweet, obedient, loving, and enjoyable! And if they know that Mom thinks so then maybe, just maybe as they go through the yucky things of this world, they'll be able to hold their heads up and be content with who they are.

So, there are some of my deep thoughts. Maybe occasionally you all can remind me of my vow to my "little" ones! :)