I was a stay at home mom for 12 years.
I did what I thought I was supposed to do.
I followed all the rules as I knew them.
I put everyone else first.
I kept everyone safe.
I made sure everyone got to do what brought them happiness.
I kept the kids fed, and clothed, and clean.
I taught them manners, and how to help others.
I kissed tears away, and owies, and nursed them back to health,
Because that’s what moms do.
I love being a mom…I always have loved being a mom.
But I didn’t know how to look after myself in the process.
And I got lost.
Have you stopped to wonder how you got to where you are?
Were you simply following the path that was already laid out for you?
Did you follow the rules? Do what’s expected of you? Fit in the mold?
You can find your way out,
But you might have to re-evaluate the rules.