Lessons for Life

As a relatively new mom, there are so many things I want to teach and share with my daughter. I look forward to nurturing her and being there when she needs me and even when she doesn’t want me near.

Here are just a few things I want to share with her:

• Hug. It’s good for you and others.
• Smile, even when it hurts.
• Your daddy loves you more than you could ever know.
• Snuggle time is mommy’s favorite time. I just may snuggle you through your 40s.
• You’re going to stumble, know we are here to help you back up.
• Respect yourself and others will do the same.
• You are beautiful.
• You are smart.
• You are hilarious – I mean, seriously funny!
• Your eyes come from your daddy, I hope you see him in you whenever you look at yourself.
• People may disappoint you. Know it’s not because you set your expectations too high.
• Have faith and keep it.
• We are all challenged in different ways in our lives, it’s how you work through those challenges that you gain insight and strength.

There are so many things I look forward to sharing with her. Many things that she will learn through only life’s experiences. Smarties – what are some things you want to share with your children?

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