It's ok that my house is a mess.
It's ok that going on a work trip felt like vacation because I got to sleep uninterrupted for 9 hours.
It's ok that I am not like other lawyers.
It's ok that I hate to wear suits and prefer retro dresses and cardigans.
It's ok that I live for the random snarky mommy texts from friends to get me through some dark moments.
It's ok that I cannot always put others first.
It's ok that I cannot be at both kids Halloween parties at one time.
It's ok that we might not be perfectly coordinated for holiday photos.
It does not mean I am a gross slob.
It does not mean, I don't miss my kids when I am gone.
It does not mean I am not a good lawyer.
It does not mean I cannot contribute.
It does not mean my friends and I don't fiercely love those little naughty beasts.
It does not mean I don't whole heartedly love those other people, but that I cannot always put them in front of the cart.
It does not mean I am playing favorites or that my kids will be emotionally stunted.
It does not mean that the photos are not important to me.
No more self doubt. Or at least less self doubt. Right?
Amen on all fronts.
ReplyDeleteMaybe the photos this year should be a big clashing disaster on purpose. I am totally onboard for ridiculous :)
love you
This post is perfect. :) Bring on the snarky texts. They make my life much better. :)
ReplyDeleteits ok because
ReplyDeleteyou fiercly love your kids
they know you love them
you do your best everyday
and one day they will appreciate it all
and really who likes to wear suits?? uggh