This made me so sentimental!!!
The past week had been pretty tiring for me as my hubby, the nanny, and sometimes the helper had to go to the bazaar to sell fruit-shake. I know they were pooped as well. The woman who was supposed to be the tindera (vendor) quit just after the first day. It could sometimes be quite a riot with three children who are of the ages five, two and one. My patience was indeed tested and I had to breathe and bite my tongue. I had to stop and just stare at them, drinking in details that might change tomorrow.
I promise that I will enjoy today and utilize my senses to savor my babies.
- Today, with my eyes, I will look into theirs and smile. I will notice that Elle’s hair is brown in color especially under the sunshine. I will gaze into Cayla’s round windows to her beautiful soul. I will see how cute Caleb runs when being chased by tickling fingers.
- Today, with my ears, I will listen intently on Elle’s stories. I will hear Caleb’s boisterous laughter and laugh, too. I will go ‘awww’ when he and Cayla call me “Ah-mmy” (mommy) and “Mama, mama” respectively. I will ignore the ringing in my ears when they shout and scream in unison and just revel in the moment knowing I have active and interactive children.
- Today, with my nose, I will press it to their heads, to the backs of their necks, even to their armpits and inhale their sweet and sweaty scents.
- Today, with my hands, I will run the back of my fingers across their soft and supple cheeks. I will run my fingers through their hair and across their tiny toes which will feel like a row of smooth corn.
- Today, with my mouth, I will press it to their heads, to their cheeks, to their necks, to their arms, to their tummies, to the soles of their feet and kiss, kiss, kiss! When they kiss me in return, I will not wipe away the saliva left on my cheeks and lips.
I will enjoy today, relish the present and pay attention.
One must not be too busy with work or other things vs spending quality time with the kids. It is also a nice bonding activity if you allow kids to help in the business 🙂
Aray. I am guilty of this also. I think I need to slow down sometimes and savor the moment while I can still hold my son in my arms.
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This is too sweet! I feel too guilty when I sometimes get irritated with her cries. I should realize it is a cry for attention because she needs me and I should be happy because of that. I just need to manage my stress and not pass it to the little one
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I’ve been really busy lately because of the blog. I will do my best to catch up with my tasks so I could spend more time with my daughter and the partner – instead of the blog and technology ruling over my life. Haha! Thank you for sharing, Mommy Cym!
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Even as tired as we are mommies with juggling so many things, I always find strength and inspiration when I see my daughter. But with all of that’s happening around us, don’t forget to find some “me” time. 🙂
I guess that’s what’s difficult for us moms. We try to do everything and we end up really tired before the day ends that we don’t have any energy left for our family. Thanks for sharing this — I’m also guilty of that.
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I’ve alway marveled at super efficient moms who manage to be hands-on with their kids and work or run businesses at the same time, and I’ve wondered how they keep up their energy. I guess this is one of the ways 🙂
Just yesterday I was overwhelmed with chores and taking care of my son. I don’t have a nanny but I do work from home, so I’m thankful that despite all the stress that I get to spend most of my time with him. When we settle down at night I always take the time to hug him, shower him with kisses and tell him how much I love him – while he tries to pull my hair.
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Thanks for the reminder. Kids are the more important work 😀
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Awww how beautifully written, Cym. I think all mothers can relate to those grueling days when we just want to take a break – and remember that motherhood doesn’t have breaks. Thanks for reminding us to cherish even those rotten days!
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Ah very timely read as lately I have been very cranky with the kids. 🙁 Tonight when I get home from work, I shall hug them tighter and longer. They are just kids after all. Thanks for the reminder.
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I feel so guilty 🙁 I always make my work as an excuse for not being with my kids, I had no plan to catch-up from my short comings, I’m super duper sad at this moment…It’s a wake-up call for me, this weekend I’ll make sure that I will spend a whole day with my kids, we will laugh out loud just like before.
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Hugs to you, Rea! It’s really hard for us moms to balance, but we can do trade-offs. Like finishing early at work so we could spend more time with the kids. Or do something ordinary in an extraordinary way, like eating lunch picnic style.