Another Wee Touch of Egomania
by Kym on May 31, 2007
Not only is Emma brimming with self-confidence, but she’s doing her darnedest to instill some in her mother. My days are slowly filling with comments of…
“Nice job, Mom!”
“Thank you Mommy!”
“You did it!”
“It’s okay. You clean it later.”
“Aww…owie head Mommy? I kiss it better. There. You all better!”
“Hooray! Hooray!”
And the penultimate…the spontaneous expression of, “I love you Mommy!” With accompanying fiercely sincere hug.
I was pondering this a little this morning, and had one of those sudden lightning strikes of inspiration that left me sizzling a little afterwards.
I have no good reason to feel blue. Oh, I’ve got lots of reasons, of course, just not any good ones. It’s a matter of perspective, of what I’m focusing my thoughts and ponderings on.
Emma’s just about three years old now, and for some silly reason, I don’t give her opinion a lot of credit. And yet, she’s one of the most perceptive, honest gals I know. She always notices when I’m tired or sad, and tries to give comfort accordingly. She tells me when I’m being silly, and she shouts “Hooray!” when I’m doing something she especially approves of.
Also, she spends every day of her life in my company. She’s sees me at my best and my worst. More so than Neil does.
And she loves me. And she applauds me. She hugs and kisses and cuddles me.
I must be pretty awesome, eh?
22 comments
Emma is a gem … and so are you!
by An Ordinary Mom on May 31, 2007 at 6:02 pm. #
Kids are awesome aren’t they?
by Heffalump on May 31, 2007 at 6:30 pm. #
Sometimes I think that’s how Heavenly Father blesses us. With children who cheer us along.
by Carrotjello on May 31, 2007 at 6:34 pm. #
Knowing that my children still love me inspite of me, that is a wonderful feeling. I agree with carrot!
by Amanda on May 31, 2007 at 7:04 pm. #
You know I’ll never argue with her on your awesomeness!
Somedays the kids acceptance is all that gets me through!
by Dedee on May 31, 2007 at 7:10 pm. #
Nothing beats those sincere moments of unprompted “I love you”. Those are what keeps me going through the moments of screaming and hitting.
And you are truly awesome, indeed.
by Thea on May 31, 2007 at 7:13 pm. #
That is so sweet!
by Tirzah on May 31, 2007 at 7:17 pm. #
I totally forgot to tell you that I tagged you!
by Thea on May 31, 2007 at 8:31 pm. #
emma sounds awesome. but she got if from you, you know. i mean a girl can’t spend that much time in your presence and not have some of it rub off on her. it’s just a testament to how cool her MOM is.
by aubrey on May 31, 2007 at 9:27 pm. #
That’s what it’s all about…the spontinaiety(?) of children’s love. She’s right…you are worthy of praise!
by Farm Wife on May 31, 2007 at 10:32 pm. #
How come Emma-isms make me feel so good? What a cute little thing she sounds like! I wanna meet her! And, ya, I think you’re awesome too.
by Laine on June 1, 2007 at 12:44 am. #
You must be!
I think I’ll melt into a happy little puddle on the floor the first time I hear little D tell me he loves me.
by Chris on June 1, 2007 at 1:31 am. #
I love that age.
My 2.5 yr old does the same kind of stuff. It makes my day when he says “Hurray, mama!!!” for things like putting my shoes on.
I mean, how often is it that we have our own personal cheering section?
Good for the ego.
by Life As I Know It on June 1, 2007 at 2:21 am. #
My Melody just turned 4. Every time I get out her clothes it turns into a big battle. After complaining about her obstinate disposition, Papi reminded me that its because I’ve let her voice her opinion in any and all things for years, and now she’s showing the independence which I allowed her to have. Hmmmm. What a double edged sword that’s turned out to be.
Awwww, Emma sounds like the typical oldest daughter. Well, to be exact, like my oldest daughter at that age. Eager to please and looking for affirmation while being really and truly sweet. Cherish these days.
by elasticwaistbandlady on June 1, 2007 at 4:22 am. #
Can I borrow her? She sounds awesome!
by shay on June 1, 2007 at 6:15 am. #
Aww, what a lovely post filled with lovely comments.
:) What a sweetheart.
by No Cool Story on June 1, 2007 at 1:32 pm. #
her mom rocks! happy friday! kathleen :)
by so grateful to be Mormon! on June 1, 2007 at 3:03 pm. #
That was a beautiful post, thanks for sharing. Such choice little ones we have been sent!
by PJ on June 1, 2007 at 4:37 pm. #
How awesome is that . . . your own cheerleader! :) It’s about as awesome as . . . well . . . Emma . . . AND YOU! *HUGS*
by Kate on June 1, 2007 at 6:42 pm. #
Hooray for toddler love!
by Jennifer B. on June 1, 2007 at 9:00 pm. #
Great post… my daughter is 2 1/2 and we are going through potty training, and everytime she walks in on me I get a great big “yay Mommy! You’re a BIG girl!”
Gotta love’em!
by Erin on June 4, 2007 at 5:21 am. #
I just LOVE those fierce hugs. Thanks for the visit.
by soccer mom in denial on June 8, 2007 at 12:19 am. #