Last year was one of the best years of my life. There was so much to celebrate! The birth of my 3rd (and final) child…a daughter to complete our family. Going back to school and realizing that I CAN do this. Surviving unemployment for another 12 months. My husband beginning a new career, which he enjoys even if it hasn’t brought any income yet. (Soon, though!) Watching my boys continue to grow and thrive, proving that I AM doing a good job. Making so many new friends who have been amazing positive influences on my life. They may not know it, but their love and support means so much to me. It’s been a long time since I had girlfriends to hang out with…we’ve moved so much and I never allowed myself to get settled anywhere. That alone is reason to celebrate!
And I’m celebrating because my day was mind-numbingly boring. Dirty diapers, hungry kids, homework drama…it was just like every other day. But this is the life I always wanted. I’m grateful for the monotony born of family life, because it was what I dreamed about when I was a little girl. The chance to be a mom, to stay home with them, and to be the wife of a man who is my best friend and loves me despite all of my flaws. So many people I know chose a very different path and don’t quite get my life. That’s OK…I am happy and doing exactly what I always wanted to do. Dirty diapers, hungry kids, homework drama and all!
Sarah Ivy
October 21, 2009 at 8:25 pm
Your second paragraph is EXACTLY my life and EXACTLY why we’re friends. I love the way you described your day. I get why it was ok. I had the same dreams as a little girl. Happy birthday Melissa……I love ya!