I Am Mom

I Am Mom

I am the organizer, planner, keeper of the calendar - Mom.
I am the chauffeur, maid, cook, the baker, and I’m sure I could learn to be the candlestick maker.
I am the cleaner of all things, including but not limited to, feces, urine, and vomit of all humans and animals residing in or visiting this home.
I’m the fix this, sign this, wash this, hold this, I need this, where is this? - Mom.
I’m the study buddy, referee, encourager, and helper.
I’m the clock, the nag, and the task-master.
I’m the let the dog out before dawn, feed him, and pull out his burrs gently - Mom.
I dust, vacuum, mop, steam-clean, and spot treat.
I transport kids and animals to school, practice, the pediatrician, the orthodontist, the vet, sporting events, or the fair.
I am the ultimate phone caller, nurse maid, editor, proofreader, and typist.
I go to recitals, concerts, games, and parent/teacher conferences.
I pick up the flying cat hair, and relocate animal and kids’ toys to prevent accidents.
I am the ‘I need money, a birthday gift for my friend, poster board, or permission slip due today’ - Mom.
What I am not is the keeper of the remote, the burper, the farter, or the boss.
I don’t get to choose the car’s radio station, eat the last cookie, or empty the ice cream container.
But, I do love hugs, smiles, kind words, and politeness.

I love tiny fingers through my hair, laughing, and encouraging.
I love to see kids work hard, enjoy life, and do their best.
I love to hang out, watch movies, and joke with my kids.
I love being a parent.
I love being Mom.