Almost Free at Last…
Sorry I’ve been away for a bit. My daughter got sick this morning and hasn’t really bounced back yet. Sometimes children have a fever in the morning and by evening, they’re doing better. Not so this time. She was sobbing throughout her bath and after I got her into pajamas, she fell asleep in my arms in the rocking chair. I think there’s something wonderful about a rocking chair. I can’t imagine being a mom without one.
It reminds me of those dark, sleepy nights when I first brought her home from the hospital. I’d cuddle her close and she would fall asleep, her warm snuggly body against mine. There’s something beautiful about the way a newborn baby rolls up like a little bug, their heartbeat against yours, their soft heads nuzzled beneath your chin.
One of my friends gave birth to a son yesterday, her first child. I remember the amazement of those first few days. Nobody can ever explain how much a child completely takes your world apart. I know I write a lot about my children, because they’re part of who I am now. I love being a mom.
Am I crazy to want a third child?
Michelle posted in Writing @ 10:33 pm | Viewed 1508 times
Missie Says:
No, I don’t think you’re crazy to want another one. I think it shows how crazy you are about your first two. And it shows what a good mom you are.
Just last night, after putting my baby girl to bed, I told my husband, “I can’t imagine that there are people who choose to go through life never knowing the feel of their child’s sleepy weight against their shoulder.” My kids are everything to me. When people ask what I do for a living, the first thing I say is, “I mom,” because, as you know, it is a verb.
Thanks for helping to remind me why I thought procreation was such a great idea lo these many years ago. Because lately? Been feelin’ like this
Kelly Says:
Hmm…well I probably am the wrong person to comment on this having gone the childless route and having no interest in changing that. But I can say that I LOVE when my siblings continue to procreate and give me more nieces and nephews.
Michelle Styles Says:
Three are great but it is a whole new balgame as well. More children than you have hands for one thing.
I really enjoy my three, but am really glad we stopped at three. Four you are getting close to a Snday school picnic…
Mary Says:
Sorry she wasn’t feeling well.
Melissa Says:
I remember the first night I brought my daughter home from the hospital and we just sat and rocked. It is an absolutely amazing experience. The way she changed my life is just unbelievable.
I don’t think you’re crazy to want a third child. I LOVED being pregnant - giving birth was another story!
Amy K. Says:
If you’re crazy then I am too!
Rene Says:
:confused2::confused2::fryingpan::fryingpan:
YES!!!!!!!
You can’t imagine how different your life will be when you add a third child. When there are only two, you and your husband can utilize a man-to-man defense, when the third comes along, you have to switch to a zone defense and it isn’t easy. Borrow your friend’s baby.
I don’t remember much about the first days of my son’s life because I hurt so bad. I do remember my two girls’ and their need to nurse every freakin’ two hours. I also remember having to race home because I leaked through my clothes and the engorgement was agony. Don’t miss those days at all.
Peggy Says:
Yes. No, just kidding. If you really enjoy being a parent, then go for it.
Stephanie Says:
You all are making me weepy! I can’t have children, and the pictures you’ve painted of mommyhood are so touching! It’s the not so touching pics (the juggling, exhaustion, etc) that keeps me not feeling too down. My fiance and I are thinking of adopting eventually — I want that fuzzy head on my shoulder! Michelle, I say follow your heart. You are an awesome mom. You’ll cope no matter what. Buuuuuut….your writing will suffer for a while, until the 3-baby triangle stabilizes. Just a thought…
Bosey
Michelle Says:
Bosey–Awww…now you’re making me weepy. I personally think that adoptive parents make some of the best parents because they truly want the child.
Rene–Oh, man. You’re scaring me.
Michelle S.–I wonder if I could grow a third hand? Those child leashes are looking more attractive every day…:banana:
Bonnie Ferguson Says:
I hope she is feeling better, Michelle.
MaryF Says:
No, I don’t think you’re crazy. I would love to have more children, but it’s not in the picture. I miss my son being little so much.
Rene, LOL on the zone defense.
{{{STEPH}}} Go for the adopting! It was never an option, expense wise, for us.
Olga Says:
Of course, you are not crazy for wanting a third child! I’m sorry your daughter didn’t feel well. I hope she’ll feel better soon!
Missie Says:
Michelle,
me!” “Number 13 is 
to me, Mom! Make her quit!” Ugh! No thank you! 
We will let you know if you cross the crazy line…like the woman in Arkansas with the 17 kids. That, in my never to be humble opinion, is just insanity mixed with extreme fertility. How would you supervise that many kids? “Mom, (shouts number 5), Number 8 is
Danica Says:
Michelle, Hugs! I feel like you’re my psychic twin some days. I know exactly what you mean, and I’ll tell you, the third baby joneses are insane! Today, that man expresses his stress over dealing with our two, and the whole time, I was trying so hard to listen, yet I was also trying to figure out how to explain to him it wasn’t so bad so he’d be open to trying for #3 next year.
Melissa Mc Says:
I have three. It’s a lot different than two. You are outnumbered. But our youngest is a true blessing and I couldn’t imagine us not having her!
Teresa Says:
I think you should follow your heart on this. That’s the only way to go. I hope your little one is feeling better now.