Not too long ago I was in the California Pizza Kitchen, having dinner with Brandon, Shiloh, and Brandon's family. I got up to go to the bathroom. As I was doing my thannng, a group of young college girls came into the restroom. They were giggling. They were all 'dolled up'. They took turns using the other stalls, and chit-chatted about clothing, boys, and makeup while looking at themselves in the mirror. I listened in as if I was listening in on myself just 5 years ago. That was me. My biggest worry was paying rent, and of course, if my hair looked good.
(Now, don't read me wrong, this is not a bad thing... I actually was smiling the whole time I was in there.)
Yes, its nice to go out with girlfriends. Yes I do enjoy getting 'dolled up'. Yes, I still love to giggle. But my perspective has changed.
I choose the family stall, because I usually have a large diaper bag on my shoulder and a wiggly baby to hold. The extra space is nice. I wash my hands not because I might get germs, but because Shiloh might. I look in the mirror to make sure I put mascara on BOTH eyes. And that I don't have baby drool on my shirt. I chit-chat about diaper rash, the husband, and how my jeans are fitting. I rarely go out for a girls night because responsibilities of having a family are my joy and priority.
I wanted to tell those girls to enjoy this season, and never take a moment for granted. I didn't tell them. They probably would have thought I was psycho. I told myself though, to not take the season I am in for granted. Would I trade my life now for my life 5 years ago? .... naw, I think I'll keep this whole mother thing. Its rather sweet. Change is good.
Real good. 'Cause I get to check myself out in the mirror with this diva...
So cute!
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