I have read so many blog posts lately about what moms really want for Mother’s Day. Sleep and time to themselves, in case you were wondering what seems to be the general consensus. Don’t get me wrong, those things sound great too. Heaven knows I need a nap just as much as the next girl, maybe more so. And an hour or so to window shop in a store without having to calm down my children every 10 minutes sounds pretty heavenly. But I was thinking about it, and here is my Mother’s Day wish list. Let me know what you think! This post is part of a collaboration with PinkBlush, all opinions are my own.
a Mother’s Day wish list
Can I be honest with you? I really do want the “ideal” and stereotypical Mother’s Day.
I want breakfast in bed. A spa day would be nice. I want new clothes from a trendy online boutique. Jewelry? Sure. Desserts? Um, of course. Flowers? Yes, please! Don’t forget the handmade cards and thoughtful presents. And I definitely don’t want any fighting or arguing from my sweet little cherubs.
And you know what? I don’t feel badly about that. If you think that sounds selfish then I will say that you are totally entitled to your opinion.
But let me tell you something–My body has experienced five pregnancies in five years–one miscarriage and four births. I carried four healthy babies for nearly ten months and then pushed four healthy babies out without an epidural.
motherhood is a full time job
Besides that–parenthood is a full time, demanding, exhausting job. My typical day usually starts a little after 6:00 am and doesn’t end until I roll into bed, by 11:00 if I’m lucky. From the time my kids wake up around 6:30 or 7:00 am until they go to bed at 7:30 pm I usually don’t have a minute to myself. Sure, the hubby and I have date night weekly and we might be able to sneak away for an occasional trip, but any parent will tell you that the prep time leading up to time away almost doesn’t make it worth it. Almost.
My world pretty much revolves around cooking, cleaning, driving, homeschool, church, and a myriad of other “mom” and “wife” and just general “adulthood” responsibilities. Oh yeah, and blogging. Rarely do I get a massage (once, in fact), get a manicure, or get my hair done. Sick days? Ha!
why this is my Mother’s Day wish list
I don’t say this to complain, or brag, or get a pat on the back. Or any other reason other than to say that I–like most other moms out there–do a whole lot. And sure, we don’t do it for applause. We do it because we love our kids and we love our family. We do what we do because it’s one of the ways that we show that love to our family. So although I don’t feel entitled to a facial and some flowers, that doesn’t mean that I wouldn’t appreciate them. OR that there is anything wrong with wanting them.
So yeah, a nap would be really great. Maybe a little time alone. But feel free to make me breakfast in bed. Cover my nightstand with homemade cards. Buy me some shiny jewelry or some great new clothes.
Because we only get one day (maybe two), but you all get all the other ones.
9 Responses to Mother’s Day wish list: actually, THIS is what I want…
I did not know you have 4 kids! Happy Mother’s Day and I hope you get what you want.
Haha, thanks Dara! This year it’s actually also my son’s birthday, so I’m trying to make the day about him and I figure I’ll try to catch a rain check for the next weekend. 😉 We’ll see if that happens though.
You deserve all that you stated here. Don’t let anyone else make you feel otherwise! Mothering is the hardest and most sacrificial task ever and every mother deserves to be pampered and feel good about her life!
Happy Mother’s Day! I’ve love a nap too! Someday it might be pamper time for moms. 🙂
You are one busy mama! I hope you can have a relaxing Mother’s Day! I love the top too!
Can I just say that I want all the things you mentioned? Haha. My husband is actually really good at spoiling me on Mother’s Day. He gets up with the kids, makes me breakfast, gives me a gift and helps the kids make cards. I love it and I don’t think there is anything wrong at all with wanting to be a little pampered and spoiled for the things that we do as moms. Sure, we do them because we love our kids and want the best for them, but that doesn’t mean we don’t want a little love and recognition for those things too. 😉
What an awesome post. Motherhood is the toughest job in the world but also the most rewarding!!
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