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Why I'm a Mother

Every day when I pray, I am thankful for my 9 children.  But right after I say those words, I'm usually asking for help in being their mom.  Parenting is the hardest job you will ever have and it never stops even when your children grow up.  But here's why I love being a mother (with apologies for all the pictures of me).

1.  I always wanted to be a mom with a large family from the time I was a child.  I'm living my dream!

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2.  I'm keeping the commandment to have children. When I give the Lord an accounting of my life, my parenting is going to be a huge part of that conversation.


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3.  I get to practice my organization skills!  I like to solve problems through better organization--and there are lots of chances to do this with children.

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4.  I learn new things all the time.  Any new challenge I have with my children usually sends me to the internet or to the library, looking for help.

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5.  It gives my life meaning.  What could I be doing that would be more important than this?

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6.  I get to practice character traits that (still) need some work. Traits like patience, self-discipline, patience, diplomacy, hard work, and more patience.  OK, I don't really love practicing patience but it helps me be a better, less selfish person.

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7.  I get to watch my children perform in lots of different venues and activities.

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8.  I get to hang out with my children and see the amazing people they are becoming. We get to go places and do things together.

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9.  I have more in common with my husband.  The challenges and joys we have been through together with our children bond us very strongly.


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10.  I get to think of new ways for my children to learn new things so they can become successful adults.  I constantly ask myself:  What do my children still need to learn and how can I help them learn it?


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11.  I'm not a perfect mother and that's okay.  I make mistakes all the time but my children are forgiving and I get to try again tomorrow.  At least that's what I keep telling myself.


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There it is, 11 reasons I love being a mother.  I am a better and less selfish person for the experience.  And now I get to be a grandma!

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