I just found The Adventure of Motherhood through one of my favorites, Little Page Turners. And it it turns out there's this great way to share books called, Feed Me Books Friday. Sounds like my kind of par-tay ;)
First of all, can I tell you that I really LOVE being a mom! Who doesn't, right? Especially at this time of night ... when the house is quiet except for the white noise of two baby monitors gently humming in my ears. Just kidding! There are plenty of other times when I LOVE being a mom ... and in all honesty, there were a few moments today when I didn't love it so much at all. Which is why I am happy to have an excuse to write about a book that makes motherhood seem so darn fantastic. A book that remind me of the "bigger picture" of raising two daughters, who will possibly become mothers themselves. Ooooh, I just got this "full circle" chill down my spine!
First of all, can I tell you that I really LOVE being a mom! Who doesn't, right? Especially at this time of night ... when the house is quiet except for the white noise of two baby monitors gently humming in my ears. Just kidding! There are plenty of other times when I LOVE being a mom ... and in all honesty, there were a few moments today when I didn't love it so much at all. Which is why I am happy to have an excuse to write about a book that makes motherhood seem so darn fantastic. A book that remind me of the "bigger picture" of raising two daughters, who will possibly become mothers themselves. Ooooh, I just got this "full circle" chill down my spine!
Let's get to the books before I get complete lost in my thoughts ... but if you're enjoying where that's going, you may want to read this post from about a year ago.
Someday by Alison McGhee
This is a book I absolutely cherish - because it came from my good friend Laurie, first, and then Missy gave me a second "keepsake" copy ... and because it's just beautiful. The mostly white pages are wonderfully illustrated, each one listing a milestone and then wishes the mother has for her daughter's life. The author includes simple acts like holding hands while crossing the street and running with complete abandon. Alongside those everyday experiences, there is also mention of life-chaning moments like discovering great joy and experiencing terrible sadness.
For me it serves as a poignant reminder to enjoy where and when we are right now (even in those moments when I wish I was somewhere else). My totally entertaining almost-three-year old will soon enough be heading off to preschool ... and then college! My sweet, sweet Charlottle will never be this same helpless, cuddly baby girl again. A thought that is beyond bittersweet.
After reading this book, I remind myself that someday is everyday.
Now I am off to peek in on those little sleeping faces ...
Oh, before I go, I should mention that this book makes a wonderful gift for an expectant mother with a baby girl on the way.
