I'm just 25! That's a thought that comes to mind when an adjective as big as 'Mother' is titled to you. Quite often I remind myself that just a year or two ago I was one skinny, frolicking little lazy bum with no direction in life, except those that go towards making softwares & spending the rewards in shopping..
I have a blessedly kind set of in-laws & to my luck I live just 5 minutes-of-drive-away from my maiden home, obviously pampering is an understatement:) Nonetheless, things have changed..
1. I would woke up late in the mornings. NOW: I wake up LATER. With my baby snuggled around me, I just can't resist shunning the blanket warmth.
2. I used to worry about cooking for the family. NOW: I cook just for my baby. Jokes apart, if s/he can happily munch on food, it either means your kid isn't fussy or u've cooked 4 different little meals to experiment with!
3. I would passionately practise Ashtanga Yoga. NOW: I walk more (sleeping the baby), practise archery (spoon feed the baby), and meditate (fall straight into bed myself).
4. I would think candles & scented airfreshners at night. NOW: I clear off stuffed toys & rattles outta bed, and think diaper creams & powders.
5. I would squirm when I'd see any baby drool over my things. NOW: As long as you're entertained & I don't have to work harder, suit yourself kiddo!
6. Earlier being relaxed had no time limit. NOW: it does.. :)
There is effort, loads of it, humour & love required to get through times when fatigue dawns on you like it has no boundaries. Then a crawl, a toothless grin & an excited shout makes you wanna jump on your feet for some more baby fun.. I must be nuts!
