So my motherhood manual probably got lost in the mail. Because I never received one. Yet I managed to breeze through its first year which, I may not have passed with flying colors. But hey, I’m just glad I passed. Thanks to trial and error and using the power bestowed upon me by the heavens when I gave birth: mother’s instinct.
There is no denying that motherhood is not for wimps. The initial stages are peppered with utter frustration, exhaustion and sleep deprivation. Nevertheless, it remains one the most rewarding role you can have. Motherhood has been my greatest source of so good moments that you can never experience from somewhere else. And for that alone I am grateful.
So like the 11 secret spices of KFC that make their chicken products so awesome, I reveal my top 11 so good moments from being a mother which have turned me into someone I never thought I can be. A better person.
1. The moment I knew a miracle is happening inside me. My consciousness shifted into a loftier realm filled with dreams of a bright future for my first born. Nothing else mattered. Even midnight sales failed to stir me.
2. The moment we met for the first time and in an instant, I felt relevant. Something inside kicked in when I held him in my arms. I finally found a purpose. The meaning of my life. The inspiration I prayed for for a long time.
3. The moment my body turned into a nursing machine. I understood what the fuss about breastfeeding was. How special nourishing your baby is. So much so that I now advocate for breastfeeding.
4. The moment I recognized what a true honor and blessing it is to be chosen as his parent. And how I must prove myself worthy.
5. The moment I felt oh so proud that my boy is reaching his milestones on time. How exhilarating it was to cheer for your baby to turn and lie on his tummy. The excitement is as palpable as when you watch the Olympics.
6. The moment I discovered I have skills to make food. It was deactivated all those times. But now that I need to feed this little monster, I was compelled to turn the switch on and actualize my potential as a Masterchef.
7.The moment my passion became him. Shopping was my sport of choice. The goal just changed.
8. The moment we started our own traditions as a family.
9. The moment I knew I’ll be sharing my glass of taho from now on.
10. The moment he exhibited how he is growing up fast and how I have to catch up.
11. The moment I felt capable of moving heaven and earth just for the sake of this boy.
Do you have any so good moment that you just cannot help but smile whenever you remember it? Then share it over here and you might just….
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