Snakes on a plane? Parents on a plane.

Ryan and I recently made a trip home which included two flights. A few things I learned about parenthood and people. The first being: your child does not need to be entertained every second for the entirety of the flight. Yes there are people within close proximity and yes it is nice when flights are quiet so people can sleep but it really isn't like a rule or something. Kids cry, it's ok parents, it's good for us to hear them cry. It reminds us (when I say "us" I really mean me) to be content and to pray for you. I desperately want to be a mother but man  it's hard work and it's good for people to see that. For people who can't handle the crying..... Maybe they should drive ;) 

Second, parenting is hard work. Sometimes I think that there is a euphoric glow around mothers that I envy, then you flu across the country with a screaming toddler and the mother looks like she's been through a washing machine. Grace to you precious momma!!! You have a tough job and although it is precious and I often envy you I am content. I enjoy it just being  Ryan and I today and that is because motherhood and parenting are real and that is because of you. You are doing well o sweet one.