Mommyhood

I would like to say I was the kind of Mother that..
Stayed at home
Is an excellent healthy cook
used cloth diapers
made all the baby food
never supplemented with formula
always had patience
didn't allow TV
had nothing but natural toys
had a clean house
....

But on a day like today after waking up at 4:00 am with my 8 month old, working in job that is mentally exhausting, I can really say what kind of parent I am.

I stopped on the way home to get Youskyme (the best teriyaki in town).
I happily threw away the dirty diapers (less laundry)
I fed the kids with homemade applesauce and store bought biter biscuit for my littlest.
I went to the bathroom almost alone while my son had a bottle
I can not count how many times I said in a loudish voice give your brother space
I am peacefully writing this while my 3 year old watches Caillou
I look around at the toys spewed like a volcano all around the house, many made of plastic. My daughter holding her favorite a Jessie doll from Toy Story and listen to her tell me she wants to ask Santa for a strawberry shortcake doll and a Dora game.

This is my reality.  In the end, my reality suits me just fine.  When the day is done and I have rocked Logan and read to Phia I know I am doing it all just right.

Good night sleep tight and don't let the bed bugs bite.