I've decided to start this series so I'm going to begin with a disclaimer: this is in no particular order of amazingness or impact on my life. The series may be scattered throughout time and punctuated by many other posts. Please know that I do not mean to diminish your influence in my life if I have not yet blogged about you. Whew, ok.
I've been in awe this entire summer of two beautiful women in my life. Both have handled pregnancies and childbirth at the age of 23. Both gave birth naturally, bringing their babies into a world where pain was not regulated by drugs but by their own personal strength and relationships. I have eagerly read Annie's blogs, following her adaptation to motherhood and admired her honesty and completely pure adoration of Ellie. With every line she writes and picture she posts I can see her love for her daughter and marvel at the impact I know it is already having on Ellie. I look forward to seeing Ellie's development in such a beautiful, nuturing environment. Joy just brought little Jude into the world just several weeks ago. Talking to her on the phone she sounded as energetic as always and gushed about how wonderful Jude is. I realized how long it had been since I've seen her and how much I miss her.
I am amazed at the transformations I have seen take place in Joy and Annie. Further amazed by the fact that they are still the women I have always known. Yes, motherhood is a life and personally altering experience. Yet through this, their cores remain the same. I do not feel ostricized because they have new roles and responsibilities that I do not have. They have made me feel amazingly included in their experiences, made me a part of their motherhood. Thinking of their roles as moms literally brings tears to my eyes- I feel so proud and honored to watch them grow in their experiences. The two products of their motherhood (Elianna and Jude) clearly display their quick learning and adaptation to their new lifestyles.
I have recieved so much joy in my life just simply watching them in and hearing about their new roles. It completely blesses me in ways I dont even understand. But I do know I can't look at a single picture of them these days without the hugest smile covering my face. They're just plain great at the things they do, making them pretty amazing women.
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aaah sister! Your post definitely brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for such kind words. It's a joy to have you as part of the process - Elianna is sooooo fortunate to have a tia like you. And I'm pretty dang blessed to have a sister like you :)
I second that! I am actually crying on the couch with a concerned husband next to me. They aren't tears of sadness but your words touched me deeply and encouraged my heart. I wish we were closer (in miles) and that we could chat over a cup of coffee. I miss you dearly and am counting down the days till I can see you again and introduce you to Jude.
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