I read this post by fellow blogger, Dawn, that spoke to me. It describes an absolutely magical moment between a mother and child.
My strong maternal instincts (I am a teacher by trade) have always been buried by what I saw as a child. The effects of Urban Poverty shaped my view of Motherhood.
I was taught, unwittingly, that children are accidents to be tolerated. The results of unions with men who, for whatever reason, don't stay around. Raising children was portrayed as a burden of sacrifice and deprivation that would only end when the kid hit that magical age of 18 and would suddenly not need anything anymore.
My hardworking and loving mother struggled for many years to better our economic condition. Obtaining a degree and eventually earning a very good salary. But during that process, as I was growing up, I could not help but feel guilty for being a dependent and having needs.
Stories like Dawn's not only inspire me. They heal me.
(Note: That adorable little chunk of caramel and chocolate above is my newest nephew. Was tempted to publish the photo of my brother proudly holding his newborn self and my sister in law just fresh from giving birth, but she probably would have killed me.)
12 comments:
Oh my goodness...I am SO touched by your sweet, sweet words. I'm SUCH a crier and a terribly emotional person...so yes, you've successfully made me cry :-). But it's truly alright. I mean, look what kind words you've said.
I thank you for visiting my blog...and coming back for more, even, lol. My blog is called "Be Inspired...I am"...and NOW I see, that I, personally can inspire. What a gift.
Wow, ok...not sure what else to say here. Other than the one picture that I can see, is beautiful. I still have all of my ultrasounds and I love showing them to Jayla. She can't get over the fact that that's really her :-).
I look forward to seeing your childs one day. BE INSPIRED...I AM!!!
What a cute baby.
omg, what a beautiful baby! i wanna cuddle!
Dawn:
Let's have a good cry together, then! Although you should have caught me last week when I was on the rag. Hehe.
Keep on inspiring!
Beautyinbaltimore and Illahee: Isn't he, though?
He's a sweet chocolate muffin!
So adorable! We'll see if I have one those blessings in the near future. God knows I want one...or two!
Great post about Christmas too! Hilarious!
Felicia
Felicia:
You would make a great mom! They'll be some lucky kids!
That was sweet and what an adorable baby!!
I pray that is true! I'm ready for them!
Thank you!
DMB,
"I was taught, unwittingly, that children are accidents to be tolerated. The results of unions with men who, for whatever reason, don't stay around. Raising children was portrayed as a burden of sacrifice and deprivation that would only end when the kid hit that magical age of 18 and would suddenly not need anything anymore."
That passage really resonated with me. I don't think I've ever verbalized my feelings about this, but you did for me.
Thanks
Alivewithpassion:
Thanks!
Mes deux cents:
I appreciate the feedback. The circumstances so many children are growing up in--where they are given the message that they are basically results of their mother's 'mistakes in judgment' it makes me really sad--and angry. Children don't ask to come here, you know?
Aw he is such an adorable little chunk... yum yum, could just nibble him up!
What a cutie! thank you for sharing the picture.
Nicole using Medela symphony these days.
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