No one ever tells you before you become a mom that you’ll have to pick between washing your hair and shaving your legs because there is simply not enough time to do both.No one ever tells you before you become a mom that your hobbies will go from Yoga to blog stalking other moms.No one ever tells you before you become a mom that your nightstand will no longer be piled with trashy romance novels but instead it will carry What To Expect Your Baby’s First Year and What To Expect While You’re Expecting.No one ever tells you before you become a mom that it’s ironic to read both of those books at the same time.No one ever tells you before you become a mom that your proudest accomplishments will go from completing multiple marathons and fluently speaking French to making it through the day without one exploding diaper.No one ever tells you before you become a mom that your Chevy Tahoe will seem small and the thought of owning a Suburban will sound appealing.No one ever tells you before you become a mom that you will actually give up a darling guest bedroom for the over-flow of toys spilling out into the hallway.No one ever tells you before you become a mom that when you need baby advice, the first place you run is to your computer to check a blog of a total stranger to see how they handled the situation.No one ever tells you before you become a mom that getting ready for the day changes from hair and full make-up to just putting on deodorant and lip gloss.No one ever tells you before you become a mom that it is the most rewarding thing you will ever do…they try and explain it to you…but until it happens, you just never understand.
rackersfamily says
Ha! You're a funny girl! You handle it all with grace and beauty. You are a wonderful mom. I love getting to check in on how you and Kensington are doing/growing even though we've moved. After you have baby #2 you need to go back and write this again… there will be days that showering is an option, your guest room will be a nursery, you will outgrow your suburban, you won't be able to blog stock until naptime or bedtime and you'll be spending your days potty training and still changing exploding diapers… but it will all be so worth it!
Christina says
shay — every word of this entry resinated with me. It is crazy how much your perpective changes when you have babies. I love reading your blog…thanks for sharing
Christina says
shay — every word of this entry spoke to me. It is crazy how much your life and perspective changes one you have babies. I love reading your posts. Thank you for sharing.
Denise Lauren says
i couldn't have said it better!
Nick, Aubrey, Ella, and Kate says
I love this post! I teared up while nodding my head. So sweet, and so very very true.
P.S. My hair got washed, blow-dryed, and straightened today. Sadly, my leg hairs are almost long enough to need shampoo, blow-dryer, and my Chi. 🙂
Tyler and Shea Moses says
Truth to every word, and we all just love it! Bring on the long leg hair!
Danny White says
The bigger vehicle is COMPLETELY worth it! The really sad part though is that with two car seats in the middle, all your other passengers still have to sit in the back.
Just don't buy a van….
Jennifer Atnip says
You know it! Can't wait to see you this weekend!
Haley says
what a lovely post! and congratulations on your next little one on the way!