Some things I want you to remember.
They say…whoever they is…
That children have taken in all they are going to learn from their parents by age 12. We’re almost half way there, and most days, we still have no idea what we are doing. Well, I don’t at least. I will speak for myself when I say that “winging it” could be graciously tossed around when referring to my parenting style.
I have been reflecting a lot the past year, or overthinking really- about the time I have had with my kids. I have been so grateful. But to be honest, it is way harder than I had ever imagined. Way harder than a room full of hormonal preteens. Shocking right?
I pray I am always here to answer your questions, hold your hand, and have your back as you grow old sweet baby girl…
but.. if I lose my mind-I’ve kept a list of some things I want you to always remember…
Listen, you don’t always have a story to tell.
Observe, pay attention to when people show you their true colors.
Not everyone is going to like you and that’s okay.
Love yourself and your body. Don’t skip the pool party because you ate the ice cream. Bring the ice cream to the pool party and make memories.
Learn. Make mistakes, make the wrong choices, but find the lesson from them all.
Ask questions, be curious. Don’t ever stop wondering.
Be accepting. Don’t leave people out on purpose.
Empathize, put yourself in other peoples shoes and give grace.
Secrets don’t make friends. Gossip.is.garbage.
Don’t take yourself to seriously. This world is scary. It needs a little silly, and you have the best damn laugh ever.
Be loyal. If you say you are going to do something. Do it.
Be thoughtful. Don’t wait until someone asks you for help to help them.
Self care is priceless. You can’t take care of anyone else unless you take care of yourself first.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help. It’s okay to be vulnerable.
Leave whatever space you’re visiting cleaner than it was when you arrived.
Make your bed first thing in the morning. Start your day off with an accomplishment.
If you are thinking about someone, tell them.
If you are on time-you’re late. Don’t keep people waiting on you.
Leave the party when you are still having fun.
Emaline River,
I am damn proud of who you are growing into and cant wait to see you change the world.
xo, mama
