Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Tribute on Mother's Day. How did you feel when you first held your baby?

    An excerpt from The Journey toward Motherhood, from the book, MommyBest...

 Since I was absolutely positive I would be having a girl, it was the biggest surprise of my life when I gave birth to a son.
     The instant I held him, I felt a bond like no other—a bond that reached into the depths of my soul, beyond expression, beyond comprehension.  I realized along with a baby, a mother had been born-- a parent was in the making.
     As I looked into my son’s innocent eyes, I knew I had always been destined to become a mother, even though I hadn’t been ready to acknowledge this while I was achieving all the goals I was determined to accomplish.  I was too scared of losing my own identity and too busy proving I was someone “more” and something “else.”
      Although I had taken a different road than the one my mother followed toward motherhood, I realized we both arrived at our destinations on time-- the time that was right for each of us.  We are two women, similar in some ways and different in others, somewhat products of the eras that we grew--up in, somewhat products of our unique personas. 
     Now, as I listen to my music, my heart soars as I dream dreams for my son:
 Who will he become?  What will he enjoy doing?  Which paths will he follow? How shall I guide him?  How will he guide me?
     As his mother, I am embarking upon an amazing journey-- like no other journey I’ve been on-- one toward true self-discovery!  I begin this journey with a deep love, gratitude and respect for one who has traveled through the precarious terrain and rough waters of motherhood before me, my own mother.  I understand her sacrifice and love –and now perceive her as a woman of greatness for all she has given to her children.
     I also recognize I am becoming more of an independent person by pursuing my dreams-as my son has helped me to find a new voice in my writing. I must bring to him the best person I can be first, and then I’ll be the best Mommy to him-- when my choices reflect who I am at any given moment in my life.  No matter which direction my path turns, I am a mother.  I am Derek’s Mom—now and forever!

7 comments:

  1. Just got your book and love it. Starting reading it and am up to Lesson 7 and the changing seasons. My son too was in special care so I totally relate to every single word you write. Thanks so much. I hope to meet you one day.

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  2. I too understand how amazing of a transformation it is to have kids. Your book (and I usually don't write on-line stuff lol, inspired me to be a better mom, person and trust my own voice in directing my family. Thanks and I hope to one day meet you too. Share when your next author signing or anything you're doing in the city. I live in Manhattan.

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  3. How I felt? Can I begin to describe it? It would be one of the most awesome feelings ever, beyond description. And like you, I want to be the best mom my sons could ever have!
    Thanks for sharing, found and followed you from blogupp.
    God's grace!
    http://www.ugochi-jolomi.com/

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  4. Like your site and ideas but wish it were more updated! :)

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  5. Thanks Sandra,

    I am recovering from a broken thumb. Still, my posts are often longer than most, so there are fewer. I liked you site too, and your shorter posts lol
    Donna

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  6. Do you have ay other children? If so, how do you feel about the 2nd or 3rd child. Does it get easier or harder? Your book and lessons are helping in a way I didn't think they could and I am only on lesson 3!

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  7. Hello,

    Yes, I do have other children, and you are getting to that part of the book now. Our second son is such a blessing, but completely opposite from the first, So, does it get easier. Yes, it many ways, especially since I learned so much from our first. But there are many variables from my attitude to sleep deprivation which impact some days more than others. I think if you are thinking about having more children, get quiet and think about it. It was the best gift I could have ever received. And I was so much more emotionally prepared for our second and I learned to trust my Mother's Instinct more.

    I'm so glad my book is helping you because that's one of the reasons I wrote MommyBest. Best of luck to you : )

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