Being a mom is the best job I ever had, and hardest job of my life at times. I’m blessed to have two sons and a husband who are kind and never mean to anyone, and are warm, funny and whom I respect immensely.
I’m also happy and thankful that we are all vaccinated and they live in not-too-distant cities with their families, to finally be able to hug them again. Being a mom changed me: I really had to grow up, even though I didn’t become a mother until I was in my thirties. Being responsible for a little human being - wow. I still get happy and a little teary when I look at pictures of them at all ages, and love to hear their voice on the phone or see them on FaceTime.
It makes my heart happy, and I can still hear them say "Oh, Mom". And the look on their face when they realize my grasp of computers and many electronic things is slim - they may give me a look, but are never unkind. They may be frustrated at times, but they are always compassionate. The "Oh, Mom” stories they must have told through the years - like the time one of my sons got all of his classmates to sign a petition for me to let him ride roller coasters.
Through life as a parent, I have not gotten lots of sleep, and of course I will always worry about them, even though my babies are now adults with families of their own.
So whether you’re a parent to a child, a pet, or are just focusing on yourself right now, know that the connection with your mother is always there.
And Yes, I would absolutely do it all again.
