It is so funny how a person’s life changes once having children.  You don’t even realize it at first.  It changes right away, but over time your whole way of thinking is altered.

Way Of Thinking Before:

What am I going to do on the weekend?, Where is my vacation going to be this year?, I need to go shopping for myself, Lets go for some drinks after work, Lets go to dinner and a movie, I’m bored, I’m going to sleep in.

Way Of Thinking After Kids:

When was her last poo?, When did she eat last?, Where’s the diaper bag?, You’re going in a timeout, When did I eat last?, I would love a nap, I would love to sleep in,  When was the last time we went out on a date?, I have to pack away the clothes that don’t fit anymore, I have to catch up on chores on the weekend, What is the happy meal toy at McDonalds?,  She needs her nap.

Before you even realize it you are thinking about your child’s bowel routine, new behaviours, and new achievements of the week.  The things you used to hold so important before kids, now seem so minute in comparison.  This is the way it should be.  You have to be totally ready for children, because children need to be put first and you have to put your own needs on the backburner.

Look into your child’s eyes, and realize how lucky you are.  You are blessed.