Motherhood is a whirlwind—a non-stop, heart-filled, chaotic whirlwind. From the moment I open my eyes in the early morning to the quiet reflections of the night, my days are a symphony of giggles, tears, tiny adventures, and countless reminders of how fleeting these moments are.
It starts around 5:00 a.m., when I wake up stretching, my joints creaking with the telltale signs of age. A deep breath reminds me of my blessings before Sage, my lively 20-month-old, starts her day with a scream that wakes the whole house. Brushing my teeth and splashing cold water on my face, I prepare for the inevitable chaos. “You’ve got this,” I tell myself in the mirror before heading into her room. She greets me with a giggle, and I soak in her sweetness as we search for her pacifier and bear in the dark. After a snuggle, we head to Henri's room, where she giggles her way inside. He’s groggy but offers a warm “good morning,” and I melt at their sibling love.
Balancing Sage on one hip and Henri on the other, I navigate the morning routine. Peyton, our sweet dog, waits patiently by the door, needing to go out. As the crisp morning air hits my face, I’m reminded of the changing seasons and the approaching holidays. Back inside, the kids dive into breakfast and cartoons while I enjoy my first sips of coffee—momentary bliss.
Dressing the kids is always an adventure. Henri, my imaginative three-year-old, would rather play trains than get ready. I find myself crawling on the floor, playfully coaxing him into his outfit while dodging tiny locomotives. Sage, on the other hand, has opinions about everything from her outfit to her bow, making each step a negotiation. Yet her nap time is a breeze compared to Henri’s. After a morning filled with play, snacks, and reading books, I finally lay Sage down with ease.
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With Sage asleep, I sneak in a rare moment of quiet with my lukewarm coffee (sometimes I even manage a fresh cup!) and a book. Lunch brings its challenges as Henri’s picky phase has us negotiating over every bite. But I remind myself: this, too, is a phase. His workbook time, however, is a joy to watch—seeing him concentrate so deeply fills me with pride.
The afternoons are filled with more play, errands, and, if I’m lucky, a few moments to breathe. Storytime at the library is a highlight. Watching Henri share his trains with a new friend and Sage explore the bookshelves is a reminder of how quickly they’re growing. Even the messy moments, like finding spices spilled all over the pantry floor, are moments I cherish—after the initial frustration, of course.
Evenings are a mix of dinner chaos, bedtime battles, and stolen moments of reflection. Sage goes down easily, while Henri's bedtime takes patience and persistence. But as the house finally quiets, I remind myself of the beauty in these exhausting, love-filled days. Motherhood is messy, challenging, and sometimes overwhelming, but it’s also the most incredible journey I’ve ever been on.
And in those fleeting moments when I catch my reflection in the mirror or feel the soft fabric of my Colorado Threads leggings, I’m reminded that while my identity as “mom” has grown, the core of who I am—the dreamer, the adventurer, the woman—is still very much alive.
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