And it followed one of those days.
You know, the ones where you are spinning your wheels in the sand trying to get something done and it doesn't get done and feels like it never will. It was 8:30, and Princess came out of her room and asked me if I wanted to talk.
I am more than a little sad/mad at myself for saying no.
But it was 8:30. On a school night. Bedtime is at 8:00. And it had been one of those nights when her little brothers didn't want to go to sleep and were being naughty.
I was tired.
But my little girl who I know will not stay a little girl forever wanted to talk to me.
I know there will come a time when I am the last person in the world she will want to talk to.
I know that her friends are becoming more and more important to her. My influence is waning.
And she asked me to talk.
And I said no.
Princess, I promise the next time you ask me to talk, my answer will be a hearty YES!
And I will try to ask you to talk tonight. And if you say no, it will be OK.
But I am going to ask tomorrow too....
I love you my little Princess. :)
2 comments:
It's hard to always be on for the kiddos. I'm struggling with that now with my toddler and can imagine it's even more difficult as they get older. But at least you're thoughtful enough to follow up.
I believe there are many moms that have experienced this exact moment. Hope you get that chat.
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