This is where she likes to be. On our bed with headphones on. Drawing pad in hand and music or podcast in her ears. Preferable with a cat nearby. Purring.
She watches You Tubers like Joe Sugg, Zoella, and Alfie Deyes, watches drawing tutorials and listens to Japanese language courses. She scrolls through her Snapchat, Instagram and pins on her Pinterest boards. A new outfit, hair do, drawing motives, travel inspiration, quotes about life... And she listens to music. All. The. Time.
She doesn't have WiFi in her room. That space is somehow hidden from the internet signals, us living in an old farm house built from big stone blocks. That is why she ends up here, in our bedroom.
If she is not there, she sits at her desk in her room or by the piano. This school year she is doing the advanced program in school and it was a very hard decision to make. She was scared. Nervous. Afraid she wouldn't like it. Hated school and wanted more then anything just out of there. Certainly not study more. But she took the leap. And she is happy. She has blossomed with her challenge and transformed into another person. And every day she tells me stories about how happy she is with her new school program and her new class. How she belongs there with other kids at the same level. With the same hobbies, maturity and interest about other things than just clothes and make up. They talk about the world, politics and how to save the world. And music. Of course.
I'm so proud. She faced her fear and she did it. She inspires me. Its good to be inspired by your children. It makes me want to face my fears and grow too. And you know what? I made her! Well, maybe not only me but you know what I mean. I'm a proud Mama and I needed to brag about. So I did. As a Mama you are allowed. So today I'm patting myself on my shoulder and saying "Good job Annette!".
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You did certainly a good job!
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ReplyDeleteKind regards from another proud mom :)
Thank you!
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Isn't it wonderful being a Momma!! I am so glad your daughter made that leap to challenge herself and she is happy with her choice. Makes her Momma's heart proud! It is great to see a young person comfortable in her world, not taking the easy path, and her Momma there to support her. So many of today's youth seem so lost.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter is older (about to turn 30 - can I possibly be a mother to a 30-year-old??? LOL), married now with 3-year old twins. I am her biggest supporter, her loudest cheering section. She is a stay-at-home Momma, runs a home daycare, runs a photography business, and has started her own Etsy shop. I don't know where she gets all her energy, but I support and assist her every way I can.
FANTASTIC! I so wish I could be that kind of support for my kids one day. You are a heaven sent for her to stay sane in her super busy life. Lucky her to have you to support her and lucky you to be able to be there for her. And that energy... Wow! I had that type of energy before... I'm not sure where it has gone now. Life is slowing down a bit and I'm so pleased with that. Thanks for sharing with me today. I really enjoy reading about you and your life.
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Hola mi querida! Me siento totalmente idendificada con sus amorosas palabras, pienso lo mismo, es un trabajito de hormiga, dia a día, en cada palabra cada gesto que vamos transmitiendo a nuestros pequeños tesoros, nuestros hijos! La felicito! Hasta pronto! Vicky Dc
ReplyDeleteKKKK,bonito post Annette,parabéns.Nossos filhos são herança de Deus e você tem cuidado bem da sua herança.Beijo.Valéria.
ReplyDeleteA proud mama and you should be! My children are all grown and gone but I remember times like this. She is beautiful. Congratulations mama.
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Betsy
Thank you so much!
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I don't often comment on the blogs I read but this one spoke to me. I feel like I could have written this about my girl, right down to the purring cat next to her. I often look at her and think the very same thing "I made her" and my heart swells with pride. And yes, Mommas are absolutely allowed to brag on their babies.
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DeleteSo happy to read your comment. Thank you for sharing and of course we are allowed to brag. :) Thanks for popping in today.
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You absolutely have done an amazing job and deserve a pat on the back without a doubt. I glad to hear how well she's doing and how she's growing and growing up!
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Thanks dear. Every now and then we need to remind ourselves about the great job we do as Mums. We beat ourselves up more often than necessary. Keep going. It will all come back to us one day. :)
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Annette
Good job, Annette. :-)
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What a lovely post, I think your daughter is very proud of you too! Francesca x
ReplyDeleteThank you Francesca. That is a nice thought and I'm sure you're right about that.
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Congrats! On a job well done! It is a wonderful thing when you can be proud and inspired by your offspring.x
ReplyDeleteMy daughter is five years old, Annette. And even though she is now happy and laughs and dances and sings I'm full of doubts and fears. What will the future ???? I can not imagine my daughter so great as your daughter! your girl is a woman almost! and beautiful! For years I follow your stories ... I can only wish the best for you and your family! I tell you CONGRATULATIONS! You have done great!
ReplyDeleteAdorei seu texto Annette.
ReplyDeleteParabéns pela filha linda.
Com certeza é o reflexo da mãe.
Um abraço.
tengo unhermoso hijo de 16 años,el cual esta tan interesado en las mismas cosas que tu hija,aca en Argentina ,no existen ese tipo de opciones de cursos avanzados y salir de la escuela,pero el,lo hace solo,la imagen de tu hija,es tal cual la de mi Nazareno, BUEN TRABAJO Anethe,y BUEN TRABAJO Vero!que lindo sentirse feliz por los logros de nuestros hijos,tan agradecidas y benditas estamos,si no vivieramos encontinentes tan distantes,tu hija y mi hijo,podrian pasar horas de grandes charlas,un gran cariño
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