Hey friends! I hope you’re all doing well. Over the past few years, I’ve been fortunate to form some fantastic friendships with fellow moms, while also staying connected with old pals who’ve joined the mom club. I’m surrounded by an amazing family of strong women, including my sisters who are all incredible mothers.
So, I want to take a moment to share something with all of you. I’m sorry.
I’m sorry if you feel like I’m not really listening when we chat. I am, I promise! But I’m also keeping one ear tuned to the sounds of crying children behind me—not my child, of course, but the little one my toddler has decided he wants to “share” his toys with. And by “share,” I mean snatch them back right after he loses interest—because we all know toddlers have their own unique logic.
I’m sorry if I’m talking to you without making eye contact. I can see you, really! I’m just also monitoring my toddler to make sure he hasn’t turned our coffee shop into his personal playground, climbing the bookcase or preparing to take a flying leap onto his sleeping brother in the stroller.
I’m sorry if you hear me occasionally shout, “Oi, where are you off to, you little rascal!?” I promise I’ll get to the point of our conversation soon. Right now, I’m just playing hide-and-seek with my little one who seems to think it’s hilarious to disappear without telling me.
I’m sorry if I suddenly leap across the room while you’re sharing about your day. I genuinely care about what you’re saying, but I’m also trying to teach my son how to behave and treat others kindly. So, yes, I might have to drag him back to apologize to a little girl he scared with his latest dinosaur impersonation.
I’m sorry if you call me and I don’t pick up right away, then call back only to have to leave after a couple of minutes. Your call is super important to me! It’s just that, at that precise moment, my baby has decided to have a major blowout—both ends, if you know what I mean. It’s like he knows he’s in a brand-new outfit I haven’t even had the chance to snap a pic of yet!
I’m sorry if you notice I’ve read your WhatsApp message but haven’t replied. I will get back to you, I swear! It’s just that my phone has turned into a magnet for both kids, who are determined to use it to watch Blippi videos or make mysterious calls to who-knows-where.
To all my friends reading this, I’m truly doing my best to be a good friend while also juggling motherhood (and keeping my kids safe!). We women are amazing multitaskers, but sometimes it’s just a bit overwhelming.
Maybe in a decade, we’ll finally find time to enjoy a coffee together, just the two of us, chatting about our homes and the latest bargains we scored at Primark. But let’s be real—it’ll probably end up being four bottles of wine while we discuss our kids instead.
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In summary, I’m truly sorry if I haven’t been the friend I want to be. Life is chaotic, but I’m striving to balance everything and be there for you all.
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