I have been thinking of setting up a blog for a long time. I love to write and to share my ideas. Many of my friends have their own blog but I have waited this long to start one. I have been too busy.
I don't really like to be called Super Mum, but I guess I have become one while trying to play and fulfil multiple roles of a mother.
Being a working mum with 2 preschoolers, aged 3 and 5 is difficult without a domestic helper. I handle the chores, prepare breakfast, send them to school, fetch them, cook dinner sometimes, take care of the basic caregiving and I teach them and am involved in their learning.
I almost sound like I am complaining. The truth is, I am not that super. I can't be doing everything by myself. My hubby is usually our chaffeur and outdoor manager. He brings us to parks or other interesting places in the weekends and the kids enjoy his company. He is around during the weekdays but is usually busy with work, even though he works from home now. He can't really multi-task... (one thing at a time). Oh yes, he takes care of the laundry too, but usually finds it a chore to have to wash loads of kids' clothes. My mum helps too, cooking for us sometimes and provides relief childminding when I need to 'get a life' such as going for facial treatments.
Life with children is indeed exciting. If you were to ask me if I wish there is someone else to do the job, I will be proud and happy to say that I prefer to do all these than to outsource to someone else. Children need us, and the truth is, we need them. We need them to feel alive and needed. We are their guide but they are ours too. They guide us to prioritise and simplify our lives.
I know that many mothers out there will agree with me, that being a mother is more than just bearing children. The process of raising them brings about real joy. Those who is willing to go through this process will understand this.
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