This open letter is to the young mother who walked into my store yesterday morning, the two or three year old sucking her thumb, barely wake, standing at your side, a baby in an infant carrier, handle tucked snuggly in the fold of your arm. You're doing a great job!!!
I see a lot of people come and go from our store. But your weathered look, your messy bun, the determined look on your face to just get things done. Even the weak smile on your face as we interacted told so much. You're tired. It was easy to see. Yet, here you are, at 7 a.m. doing what you needed to do for you and your children.
That cup of coffee, intended to get you through the first few hours of your day, will probably only get you through the first hour. However, let me tell you what I saw...
Sure, you were tired. Yet, your children were clean all the way down to the clothes your little girl wore and the blankets covering your little one. Your little girl's curly hair, neatly in a ponytail, that's work for anyone who knows how unruly curly hair can be. But you had her hair so cute and tidy, just like a loving caring mom would do. I give you kudos because I know how hard it is to get a two or three year old to sit still long enough to get a makeshift ponytail in, but hers was to perfection, showing you have patience and stamina.
I don't know how your night before was, but from the looks of it, sleep was few and far between for you. Yet, there you were, running errands and picking up a few items to help start your day. Both children in tow. Not leaving them in the car while you ran in to grab these few little items, but both at your side. Commendable to say the least.
Your visit to my store had an impact on me. I wanted to tell you so much, this too shall pass. Before you know it, you won't look so tired. This time will be nothing more than a memory. You're doing a great job, don't let this time make you think otherwise.
I know it's hard to smile, a feature I'm sure looks lovely on you, however, smiles don't come so easy when your a busy mom taking care of two wee ones. I just want you to know, let your little ones see that smile, it will be something they will remember for years to come.
You're doing a good job. I'm sure by the appearance of how well groomed your little ones were, you spend time and make effort when caring for your children. This is building a bond between you and them, even though you probably think, you are just doing your job as a mother. You are teaching them they can count on you for more than just their care, but their emotional needs as well. Don't second guess yourself, because this time in your life is so important. The relationships between you and those lovely children is the most important aspect in life right now.
This time will be over in the blink of an eye. That lovely little girl of yours will need the example you're setting one day, and the example you're setting is a good one. All too many young ones her age come into our store and are wild and wooly. Not your daughter. She was well behaved, telling me you have instilled in her discipline. She stayed at your side throughout the store. Showing me you have instilled her trust in you.
I know you're tired. It showed on every aspect of your being yesterday morning. I can only remember what having children that age was like. See, mine are all grown now, two with children of their own. But, in my memories I remember days like yours yesterday. Where getting them ready to go out into the day, taking as little time on myself as possible, while insuring mine were in matching clean clothes, their faces washed, and their hair combed.
I remember how exhausting a day with little ones can be and the sleepless nights that go along with early parenthood. These are the times I look back on fondly, believe it or not. These are the times as a mother, you thrive. Sure, it doesn't seem like it right now, but one day, one day...
I just wanted to let you know, you're doing a good job and to tell you treasure this time because soon you'll get enough sleep, more than enough sleep. You'll look around at your home, now more empty than filled most days, and remember those times when your children were young. You'll look forward to the days grandchildren come over for you to love and hold. You will smile when you recognize your children in their children and your heart will explode with the love it feels inside.
You will smile when you look at your grown children and know you had a hand in who they've become. The kind of parent they are to their children. Yes, it will be all worth the sleepless nights and early mornings. I promise.
You're doing a good job!!!
Much love and respect from a grandmother.
I see a lot of people come and go from our store. But your weathered look, your messy bun, the determined look on your face to just get things done. Even the weak smile on your face as we interacted told so much. You're tired. It was easy to see. Yet, here you are, at 7 a.m. doing what you needed to do for you and your children.
That cup of coffee, intended to get you through the first few hours of your day, will probably only get you through the first hour. However, let me tell you what I saw...
Sure, you were tired. Yet, your children were clean all the way down to the clothes your little girl wore and the blankets covering your little one. Your little girl's curly hair, neatly in a ponytail, that's work for anyone who knows how unruly curly hair can be. But you had her hair so cute and tidy, just like a loving caring mom would do. I give you kudos because I know how hard it is to get a two or three year old to sit still long enough to get a makeshift ponytail in, but hers was to perfection, showing you have patience and stamina.
I don't know how your night before was, but from the looks of it, sleep was few and far between for you. Yet, there you were, running errands and picking up a few items to help start your day. Both children in tow. Not leaving them in the car while you ran in to grab these few little items, but both at your side. Commendable to say the least.
Your visit to my store had an impact on me. I wanted to tell you so much, this too shall pass. Before you know it, you won't look so tired. This time will be nothing more than a memory. You're doing a great job, don't let this time make you think otherwise.
I know it's hard to smile, a feature I'm sure looks lovely on you, however, smiles don't come so easy when your a busy mom taking care of two wee ones. I just want you to know, let your little ones see that smile, it will be something they will remember for years to come.
You're doing a good job. I'm sure by the appearance of how well groomed your little ones were, you spend time and make effort when caring for your children. This is building a bond between you and them, even though you probably think, you are just doing your job as a mother. You are teaching them they can count on you for more than just their care, but their emotional needs as well. Don't second guess yourself, because this time in your life is so important. The relationships between you and those lovely children is the most important aspect in life right now.
This time will be over in the blink of an eye. That lovely little girl of yours will need the example you're setting one day, and the example you're setting is a good one. All too many young ones her age come into our store and are wild and wooly. Not your daughter. She was well behaved, telling me you have instilled in her discipline. She stayed at your side throughout the store. Showing me you have instilled her trust in you.
I know you're tired. It showed on every aspect of your being yesterday morning. I can only remember what having children that age was like. See, mine are all grown now, two with children of their own. But, in my memories I remember days like yours yesterday. Where getting them ready to go out into the day, taking as little time on myself as possible, while insuring mine were in matching clean clothes, their faces washed, and their hair combed.
I remember how exhausting a day with little ones can be and the sleepless nights that go along with early parenthood. These are the times I look back on fondly, believe it or not. These are the times as a mother, you thrive. Sure, it doesn't seem like it right now, but one day, one day...
I just wanted to let you know, you're doing a good job and to tell you treasure this time because soon you'll get enough sleep, more than enough sleep. You'll look around at your home, now more empty than filled most days, and remember those times when your children were young. You'll look forward to the days grandchildren come over for you to love and hold. You will smile when you recognize your children in their children and your heart will explode with the love it feels inside.
You will smile when you look at your grown children and know you had a hand in who they've become. The kind of parent they are to their children. Yes, it will be all worth the sleepless nights and early mornings. I promise.
You're doing a good job!!!
Much love and respect from a grandmother.