tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post9190763642148282790..comments2024-03-09T02:14:17.626-08:00Comments on Red Otter Creative: TransitionsJuliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06491911183161802394noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-88675011262813631202010-09-27T14:18:05.828-07:002010-09-27T14:18:05.828-07:00It does change you... SO much. But know that you w...It does change you... SO much. But know that you will grow in ways not previously possible. Know that every inch of your soul that you lose in servitude as a mother, you get back, doubled! These are the toughest years to get through (logistically) but it will get easier in small increments... they all learn to hold their own bottles & sippy cups, then they walk, tie shoes, get on the kindergarten bus... It goes by in a blur. You will find yourself again. xohheidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09896915486353470418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-66117145192256624842010-09-23T16:06:52.255-07:002010-09-23T16:06:52.255-07:00Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm actua...Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm actually responding on my wife's account after reading this post which her sister sent to her. I think the hardest thing about all of this business, parenthood (we are the proud parents of a 17 week old), is all of the expectations and how they are compounded by inexperience, at least on our end. From afar, as a dad, I see my lady beating herself up sometimes because of exactly the issues you've relayed here. It's so 'unmotherly' to be realistic about your experience as far as the outside world goes but the truth is that these conflicts and speed bumps have really shaped the way my wife has approached being a mom. I've seen her transform from, at times, an emotional wreck to a confident, adept mom who reads signs that barely exist. Of course there are still days when things are hell but the other side of the coin shows more often and we have a happy, smiling, responsive little devil that loves his mommy. He's in love. Dad's need to be the forest from the trees part of the equation and let mom know this because we all know that the trenches aren't always what people want to believe.The Plumshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06816202751074068094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-88962113380006382242010-09-19T12:44:14.409-07:002010-09-19T12:44:14.409-07:00i am not a mother but i truly appreciate the since...i am not a mother but i truly appreciate the sincerity of this post. i just wanted you to know that.Christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05183231711425591135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-55073431756494273052010-09-17T23:58:46.265-07:002010-09-17T23:58:46.265-07:00You've been on my mind Julia, and this was the...You've been on my mind Julia, and this was the perfect post to catch up. It's really well written. I think you're doing an amazing job! Much love to you and your family, hope you have a wonderful weekend and take a little moment just for you :)<br /><br />xo Mary JoAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10198791077499236420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-47400060488200730002010-09-12T14:06:33.806-07:002010-09-12T14:06:33.806-07:00I have so been there! one day I woke up and just a...I have so been there! one day I woke up and just adored it. not saying i still don't have my days.paulahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09732549311548601111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-53474354826157725042010-09-10T07:13:16.202-07:002010-09-10T07:13:16.202-07:00Oh sweet Julia. Every mother knows EXACTLY what yo...Oh sweet Julia. Every mother knows EXACTLY what you are talking about. Those first three months are so wonderful and so hard. He's about to become an entirely different baby and you will soon miss the days when he slept for 14 hours a day. But you will also be rewarded more for your hard work as he becomes more interactive. It sounds like you are trying to remain present which I think is key. I think it's good that you are having the "what about me" feelings now. Mine came a little later. I think the earlier you are aware, the better. And it is exciting, discovering who you are all over again. It's almost like being a teenager. ;) Hang in there and ramble whenever you like. Big hugs.bronwynhttp://fancypantsy.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-30067424501319065372010-09-10T05:51:05.798-07:002010-09-10T05:51:05.798-07:00i wish i could say some magic words to make it all...i wish i could say some magic words to make it all easier. i hear what your saying and appreciate your honesty. you've gone through some fairly dramatic changes and it probably feels like a little bit too much too soon at times. <br /><br />ramble away ... that's why we're here, although your ramblings are beautifully written. often, we can't resolve our entire lives in one post. it may take many. xo, cCindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10658384183783157441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-52801672357507298002010-09-09T20:23:57.562-07:002010-09-09T20:23:57.562-07:00It is a wonderful thing that you are able to be so...It is a wonderful thing that you are able to be so honest with yourself about changes and transitions. Don't let anyone ever make you feel bad for that. It is far more healthy to acknowledge and express your feelings. You are an amazing woman and mother with so many talents. I am certain you will intertwine both mama and artist magnificently!Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09150086645332218019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-45332889113910406052010-09-09T14:32:15.554-07:002010-09-09T14:32:15.554-07:00oh Julia, I'm so with you now. even though my ...oh Julia, I'm so with you now. even though my boys are 9 and 10 already. I still feel just the same. I was an 'old mother' for my babies. it was so hard for me. it still is. I'm still trying to enjoy more of those deliciously good moments... Life is a journey and not a destination! xocarolina @ patagonia giftshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12761098557162714489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-90751851622405094712010-09-09T11:25:52.194-07:002010-09-09T11:25:52.194-07:00Hi, my friend! Your honesty and reflection was so ...Hi, my friend! Your honesty and reflection was so inspiring to read. While I am not a mother, I do know how life changes affect your identity and how you have to fight to maintain parts of your prior self. But I think your feelings are completely normal and completely human! You are a wonderful mother and I know you will find your balance! xoxoEmilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16267106282516149235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-23291779434937282892010-09-09T11:20:45.493-07:002010-09-09T11:20:45.493-07:00what a sweet, sweet post my dear. it makes complet...what a sweet, sweet post my dear. it makes complete sense, and i know you'll be an excellent mother. :)<br />a note to you will be on its way this weekend!Krissy | Paper Schmaperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00206511718442429461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4072044145641439876.post-53894496596082742062010-09-09T10:34:04.474-07:002010-09-09T10:34:04.474-07:00I *do* know what you mean. Keep rambling... whatev...I *do* know what you mean. Keep rambling... whatever helps a mama keep her sanity! You're definitely, undeniably, not alone.Clean Eating Machinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09223723807274488155noreply@blogger.com