Shellyville Continues

Early morning fun

Hello Sunshine,

I was up early before the sunrise. Just in time to gather my chickens and send them off to school. I am so lucky. I love my kids and am so grateful for being a mom. I always wanted to be a stay-at-home mom. I always wanted to be there when they left for school and be home waiting for them when they returned.

In many ways I have accomplished that dream. I was home with them during those very tender years. I played, created, and enjoyed the simple joys of parenting. I miss the simple days of unstructured play. Now everything is different but also the same. My kids still adore me. I am still a big kid and a huge part of their life.

When I see my kids grow away from me I do get that small tingle of fear. I know it's normal and expected and I do encourage independence. It's just that I know I am going to miss the best part. The part they have to do on their own. I can't live my life over. I got to be a kid once. Now, I get to see it from a different perspective.

Love,
Michelle