Living as a mom

You know you are a mom when…you talk to everyone about bodily functions. It is funny how motherhood suddenly takes away a woman’s sense of privacy. Any topic is fair game – especially potty talk – when your life is consumed by it. That’s where I am right now. My life has come to constant chatter about A2′s bathroom habits.

Yes, folks, we have started potty training A2. She is doing great so far. I have to laugh at my inclination to tell the world about her little successes on the potty, though. We call Papa when she has stayed dry so he can cheer for her. We call Daddy for encouragement when she poops in the potty. I tell C4 every time A2 is successful making it to the potty in time, and we cheer together. All of my friends know that A2 has been waking up dry every morning, and they praise her. Even the checkout lady knows that A2 is a big girl now.

Living as a mom is humbling.

Before I had kids, I worked hard to achieve great things in my career. I wanted to change the world and be the best at everything I did. I wanted accolades. I took pride in my talents and my efforts. I was a professional woman who loved kids.

Living as a mom has changed my perspective slightly. I am still determined to be the best, but now I want to be the best mother I can be for my kids’ sake. I want affirmation about my mothering because I am not always confident about my decisions. Yet I am proud of my children. I am so proud that I have to tell everyone about all of their successes – especially the ones with the potty.

Yes, living as a mom is humbling, yet your heart overflows with pride – for your little ones.