Being a mother is hard. From the looks of our photos sometimes, you wouldn't know it. I only capture the very best days and the very best moments, But gosh, its hard. And i don't think we talk about it enough.
Having our everyday struggles, our stresses and worries out there for discussion is good for everyone. Because is not always perfect, and sometimes it just feels good to know you're not the only one completely exhausted... who's toddler throws embarrassing tantrums in a restaurant. You aren't the only one who cries because anxiety is real and sucks really bad, who leaves the dishes for far too long and whose house is messy most the time. You aren't the only one feeling lonely and isolated some days, overworked and under-appreciated.
its a tough job, and we tend to leave that out sometimes. I want to remember all of the perfect moments but i also want to remember the real grit, how strong i was during the first years because i don't think we realize our greatness as mothers, the amount of unconditional love we have for our children, the ability to put others needs before ours, and our patience is something incredible.
I know most of us are so hard on ourselves and don't give ourselves enough credits. if you're doing the best you can, you're doing enough. And if is being a while since someone told you, you're doing a great job.
