Over the past few years, I’ve been fortunate to connect with some incredible mom friends and maintain bonds with old pals who are also navigating motherhood. I’m surrounded by a strong family of resilient women and sisters who excel at being super-moms. So, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt apologies to all of you while I have the opportunity to share my thoughts in hopes that you’ll relate.
I sincerely apologize if you ever feel like I’m not fully present when we’re talking. Please know that I am engaged in our conversation; I’m simply multitasking and listening for the sounds of children crying in the background. Those aren’t my kids, but rather the little ones my toddler has decided to “share” his toys with. And by “share,” I mean he’s just as likely to snatch the toy back as soon as someone else picks it up. The logic of toddlers is a mystery to us all!
I’m sorry if I’m speaking to you but not maintaining eye contact. I assure you I can see you; I’m just also keeping an eye on my little one, ensuring he hasn’t climbed onto a bookshelf in our local coffee shop, preparing for a daring leap onto his peacefully sleeping baby brother in the stroller.
I apologize if my conversations are often interrupted by frantic calls of “Where did you go, you little rascal!?” Between teaching my toddler how to interact with others and preventing him from launching into mischief, I’m doing my best to stay focused.
If I leap across the room mid-conversation, it’s because I care. I’m trying to instill lessons in kindness and empathy in my son, like helping him apologize to a girl he startled while pretending to be a dinosaur. He’s just not yet aware that not everyone shares his fascination with Jurassic creatures.
I also want to apologize if I miss your calls or take too long to respond to your messages. The urgency of motherhood often means that when I call you back, it’s usually because my baby is having a meltdown. And I don’t mean a simple fuss; I’m talking about an explosive situation that leaves me scrambling for clean clothes while simultaneously ensuring he doesn’t stain the new outfit he’s wearing.
And please forgive me if it seems like I’ve read your WhatsApp message but haven’t responded. It’s not that I’m ignoring you; I have an invisible competition with my kids for my phone, which they seem to think is the ultimate entertainment device. If you haven’t checked out Blippi yet, I highly recommend it for a good laugh.
To all my friends reading this, I genuinely apologize. I’m striving to be the friend you deserve while also trying to be the best mom I can be (and keep my kids safe!). Women are remarkable at juggling responsibilities, but sometimes life can be overwhelming.
Perhaps in a decade, we’ll finally find the time to enjoy a coffee together, just the two of us, discussing our lives and recent home décor finds. But let’s be honest; it will probably turn into a night of wine and kids’ tales instead.
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In summary, I appreciate your understanding as I navigate the chaotic world of motherhood while trying to maintain my friendships. We’re all in this together, and I look forward to catching up with you soon.