They say to enjoy it, it goes by so fast. You’ll miss all these moments when they’re in the past. Because when they’re little, it doesn’t last long. You’ll look back at this time and be sad that it’s gone. I know that’s true, but the season is hard. Can we acknowledge that too? Two things can exist at the very same time, embracing the moment and trying to survive. It can be wonderful while it can be hard. Pull your heartstrings and push you too far. A love that feels loud but missing the silence. Teaching them life but still needing guidance. Finding yourself but feeling lost too. You’re a good mom, not liking this season. Doesn’t make that less true. Let it be hard. It’s hard because it means something and it makes the joys of motherhood that much sweeter. And oh, are there joys.