November is the month of giving thanks and reflecting on our lives. I have been doing a lot of that, not just in November, but for the entire year. As I work on my Day Zero project, I find that I am focusing on being a better person, being more present, and being an active participant in my own life. Part of actively participating is being brave. Taking risks and diving in with no fear.
What is the bravest thing you’ve done?
The bravest thing that I have ever done is become a mother. It is also the scariest thing. And the most rewarding thing. And, quite possibly, the craziest thing.
I love being a mother. Love it. Watching The Boy achieve milestones like saying his first word (which was “hi” – yep, he’s a friendly kid!), taking his first steps (those led to running. Everywhere.), and constructing a track for his (large collection of) trains after struggling with it for so long are things that I find rewarding.
But there are many times when I have no idea what I am doing. None. Most of those moments happened when he was an infant. Isn’t that great? When The Boy needed my help the most, I was clueless. But for each curve ball that he threw at me, I found my way. Whether it was asking The Texan what he thought, taking to the internet to “research” or calling my mom, I found my way.
It is scary being a parent. But being a parent is being brave. You’re faced with hard choices – tylenol for a fever, or motrin? – and some easy ones – “No! Don’t eat the kitty’s food!” There are times when creepy, flying animals find their way into your house, and you’re forced to be braver than you ever thought you could be.
I am proud to be a mother. Learning and growing along with The Boy. I’m looking forward to the rest of our adventure together.
What is the bravest thing you’ve ever done?
Being a parent takes a lot “intestinal fortitude” for sure. I am truly blessed with 2 daughters. The hardest thing for me so far has been when my youngest started having seizures and was diagnosed with Epilepsy. Watching your child have a tonic clonic (grand mal) seizure is the single most worst pain and fear I have ever felt in my entire life.
PARENTING CAN BE SCARY THIS IS NO REAL HANDBOOK! THANK GOD THAT HE GIVES US INSTINCTS!
Being a mother is definitely the bravest thing I have ever done. I became a mom when I was sixteen and it was a lot of sacrifice, but worth every second.
I can’t believe some of the stuff I do these days. Since when did I become mama bear?
Being a mom is so scary! I do so many crazy things these days!
I would say becoming a parent! No one told me you would worry about that from the moment they are conceived, and probably will never stop. It’s a hard job, and being a stay at home mom there are days where I am about to lose it. I know it is all worth it!
It is all worth it, and so rewarding!
Definitely agree that motherhood is amazing and scary at the same time! Most huge changes have a degree of “scary” in them.
I agree 100%, Homeschooling is pretty brave:)
I certainly agree with everything you said.It is the most rewarding but I remember with my first baby, being happy I lived so close to my mom to help with anything I didn’t know. Mine are grown and I have grandchildren now or else I most likely wouldn’t have a moment to enter giveaways. Not sure how some do it because I was busy all the time with my kids
i am not a parent yet. but it will definitely be a big thing!
Parenthood is also the most rewarding thing as well. And it’s so true that although some days seem to never end the years do pass quickly. One day they are our babies and then they are adults. Lots of dedication and deep breaths are what is needed to say the least. 🙂
Carol L
Homeschooling my girls …
Being a single parent was the bravest thing I ever did.
Parenting hands down is the most bravest thing. I think it takes lots of courage, determination and heart especially as the kids get older and the challenges and choices become more difficult.
I used to think the bravest thing I ever did was marry my husband. You know, Marriage is a big thing. And we don’t believe in divorce simply because you don’t “get along”. But then I had a kid. So for me..the bravest thing wasn’t necessarily the first kid. But having TWO MORE after knowing what would happen to me! lol. My pregnancies are horrible. and basically 9 months of torture. Then you have to do the labor and delivery. Man. That was the bravest thing I ever did.
Oh Amber that is funny! “having two more”! I had an easy pregnancy, labor & delivery – that probably why we stopped at one!
Being a mother, can be tough at times but it is all worth it.
I can’t think of my bravest moment right now … I need to change that and do more brave things I think!
Being brave can mean simply stepping out of your comfort zone. I’m sure you’ve done that!
I agree that parenting is definitely a hard task, but I love when I can see it paying off. In some regards, I think married life can be even more challenging.