Recently, I have been fortunate enough to spend some time around a dear friend who is a single Mother. She has been a trooper and I have seen her go through some serious shit over the past few years. This woman is also one of my first friends I made here in Nashville. Spending time with her is always a special moment that I cherish.
While hanging out with her and her 9 year old son, it is fun to hear and watch the interaction. This woman's Dad has always been very involved in their lives so I have gotten to see 'Grandpa' interact with his grandson. Grandpa is in the music business and this young boy has recently discovered how much he loves music. My friend is thrilled and has been enjoying hearing him play music in his lessons.
I sit back and stay out of the way while the family interacts with this sweet boy. I am always welcomed to participate in the various activities, but I don't want to be in the way of the precious family time.
Plus, as I step back I get to see what I am missing in this world. I don't see the chance of me ever being a 'Mom' and therefore, the conversations, the discipline, the joys, aches, pains and stress of having a family of my own won't exist.
I hope those of you who are out there and have the blessing to be parents hug up on those babies of yours. Not everyone in this world is fortunate or blessed to have kids of their own. Even if the option came available to me, I have heard once a woman is in her 40's the various issues in development occur-autism, ADD, deformities in the womb. Life is difficult enough, why put a child through all that as they try to grow and want to be 'normal'.
Regardless, if you are a parent, I hope you find a way to enjoy it. Give thanks for the blessing and be grateful you have family to raise and share in your life.
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