This last birthday felt significant to me.
I feel older. And tired. The late night and early morning feedings don't help much. :)
It's been a rough year and things don't seem to be settling down yet.
Our parents are having significant health problems. We're in debt up to our eyeballs. We're all on anti-depressants. You know...the usual life stuff.
A few months ago I was really depressed. And I was struggling with what seemed like an overwhelming load of obligations. Turns out I have post-pardum depression.
Funny thing is, if it weren't for my two boys, my life would be void of so much beauty. I would miss out on watching my older son pretend his fishing hat is a cowboy hat. And I would be missing out on receiving that BEAMING smile from my six month old when I talk to him. Or the way my baby coos in my ear when I hold him close. Or the way my three year old says, "Hi, Mama!" in his purely unique and totaly cute way.
I spent most of my birthday with my kids (since it was Monday and my husband was at work) and we had a GREAT day. Of course, neither of my children really understand what birthdays are yet. We did a bunch of things I wanted to do. I think if I had really thought about it I would have asked for some time off from the kids for my birthday, but I didn't and I'm really glad for that.
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Happy belated birthday, Miss Maria. I hope you are feeling more hopeful soon; I absolutely understand how some YEARS can be. Makes ya want to say "enough already." You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathi
Of the UTC Variety
Thanks, Kathi! I appreciate the encouragement!
Parents' health issues suck. I wish parents and grandparents would always stay healthy :( Our kids too!
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