Where will you find joy with your children today? Is it in jumping in muddy puddles with your toddler? Is it in having an at-home spa day with your daughter, complete with homemade facials and giggles over cucumber slices? Is it in learning to make pizza dough with your son, kneading the soft, elastic dough together while sharing stories and jokes? Is it in giving a hug or wiping a tear, offering comfort during moments of vulnerability?
Our children change and grow as steadily as the seasons. The time you have with them is limited, and as they grow, the opportunities for spontaneous joy can sometimes feel fleeting.
This is your encouragement to find joy with your children somewhere today. Seek out those little pockets of happiness that may be hiding amongst the chores and tasks.
Whatever phase of motherhood you are in, no matter the age of your children or the circumstances in your life right now, there are moments of joy to be found.
Find them. Create them. Be intentional about carving out time for these connections, even when life gets busy. They might reveal themselves during an ordinary moment, like making dinner or while watching a favorite movie curled up on the couch.
Some moments may require a little imagination to foster; perhaps you’ll turn an errand into a mini-adventure or transform a rainy day into a cozy blanket fort day. You have the ability to create a nurturing environment filled with warmth and connection.
Joy is contagious. It can be felt, and it can be shared. And your children will remember the way you make them feel—whether it’s through your actions, your words, or both.
These are the things that will shape their memories, encouraging them to find joy in their own lives, reflecting the love and delight they’ve experienced with you. So, start with today, embrace at least one opportunity and take a moment to cherish the beautifully unique connection that exists between you and your children.
momentous MOTHERHOOD 
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