FOR MY DAUGHTER
By Sarah McMane
“Never grow a wishbone, daughter, where your backbone ought to be.” – Clementine Paddleford
Tag Archives: mother
The most hurtful words
Lots of people have said hurtful things to me. We’ve all been hurt, to some degree or other, by the words other people say.
There are two instances that stand out to me more than any of the others, though.
Dear M
My sweet M, just a few hours old.
I have a confession to make, M.
When I was pregnant with you, I hoped you wouldn’t be a girl.
Why would I hope such a thing?
Oddly, it wasn’t because I wanted another boy.
There were two major reasons.
Don’t put this on me
I got a text from my ex the other day.
In it, he told me how terrible he feels right now.
Five years ago today…
…I gave birth to the most spectacular little girl on the planet.
M is smart, strong, funny (she denies it, but she’s so funny), kind, thoughtful, affectionate, and stunningly beautiful. She knows her mind, and – especially if pushed – she will let you know it.
From the very first day, she has taught me patience and to be calm. She is as comfortable as I am sitting quietly while she completes an activity, but she’s also got the feistiness I’ve got when necessary.
She looks up to her big brother, and I am ever so fortunate to have the privilege to be her mom.
Today, I celebrate my girl (with birthday cake for breakfast).
(Yes, there are almost 50 pictures….)
Sister drama
Just about two months ago, I posted this about my sister calling me out of the blue.
To set the stage a bit, my sister and I have never gotten along. Ever. We are like oil and vinegar. I can say I’ve tried to get along with her, to help her. I imagine she would say that she’s tried to get along with me, though, I think most who know both of us would say we both have very different ways of making that effort.
Seven years ago today…
I gave birth to the most fantastic boy on the planet.
Z is smart (gosh, he’s so smart), funny, strong, and pretty freakin’ cute (don’t tell him I said he’s cute, he hates that).
From the very first day, he has challenged me in the very best way. I have learned and grown so much because of him. I wouldn’t change a minute of it.
He is a very caring big brother to M, and I am so grateful to be his mom.
Today, I celebrate my boy.
Making peace…
The trip’s all booked!
I’m stronger than that
I didn’t used to be very strong.
I didn’t know how to be strong.
I am strong now.
Not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too.
