I recently came across this video essay by Katherine Center with photos by The Shutter Sisters for the Mom Summit that will be held this month in Houston. Watching this caused a certain pain (not necessarily a bad pain) in my heart and honestly, made me cry. People told me when I was pregnant with our first son that being a mother is hard, but rewarding. You will feel love like you never have before, the smell of their hair is unlike anything. You know, the things that everyone tells you before you become a parent. I took it all in. Okay. Sure. I love this child, he is not born yet, but I know this child and I always have. But I still had no idea what was coming.
Enter 8 years, another son and a business later. I have reached a time in my life where I realize that they are indeed growing up. 5 and 8 is not that old, but it seems that way when you are up to your eyeballs in running a business, being a wife and trying your hardest to be the best mother that you can. These moments are fleeting. I have sworn to take more time for myself and my family this year and less time dwelling on my regrets.
I am so greatful that I found this. The least I can do it share it with every possible person that I can.
by Heather
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