Joys and Fears of Motherhood

They grow so fast!

Published on November 20, 2003 By JillUser In Blogging

I take joy in the every day things, well, every day. I'm thrilled when my 3 yr old says "Good morning!" I marvel at the fact that my 7yr old reads, writes, tells time, and even philosophizes these days. I should write an article of "Alexisms" some time

I'm prould that they are such sweet, happy boys. And I am thankful every night when I tuck them into bed safe and sound.

My fears aren't just the typical worries about physical harm. With boys that is an imminent thing. I fear them growing up and not being "Mommy's boys" anymore. I look at teen guys walking around and just can't imagine my little guys turning into one of those. I fear I won't be successful in guiding them toward becoming well adjusted, ambitious, conscientious young men.

I want them to follow their dreams but be realistic. I want them to have fun but be responsibile. I want them to find love but not have sex....ever!

Can't even go there for a while. Wish I could say a long while but bet I will have to be talking about it in another 5yrs. Yikes!

I know the hard stuff is still to come. That is why I am enjoying the little stuff every day while I can.

Comments

Changeling1971

on Nov 20, 2003

I understand were you are coming from. My first child is nine month old now and everyday is a joy and something new. He is going to start walking any day now and he just cut his first tooth. He got so long to go before he will be off on his own but it seems time is just flying by. I just try to hold every day dear.

TexasNurse2

on Nov 21, 2003

They do indeed grow too quickly. Mine are 5 and 4. Sometimes I play back videos that we recorded when we brought them home from the hospital, or from when they were barely toddlers. I don't remember them being that small, and the scary thing is, in several years, it'll probably be the same way trying to remember the way they are now. Thank goodness for pictures and video...take alot of them!!!!

I think as long as you give your children alot of love, nurturing and guidance, they will do wonderfully. I always like to refer to my previous college professors, especially the psych courses I've taken. The very first psych professor I had was very insightful. He said, "The very best thing that parents can do for their children is to love each other." Makes perfect sense. I know you'll do a great job of raising those little boys!

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