04/24/2026
As a momma of a pre-teen (yikes! Not sure how we got here so fast!) there’s a little bit of knowledge I’d like to share with everyone that is in the thick of childhood right now…
You’re going to miss this, it really is true what they say.
The messy faces, and the way their little hands reach for yours. The endless cuddles even though you have so much to do. You’ll miss them wanting you to tuck them in at night, and them bringing you their favorite book to read for the 100th time. You’ll miss the way their face lights up when they see you, and how their crocodile tears roll down their chubby little cheeks. The days of dirty feet and wild hair, mis matched socks and endless chitter chatter will be over sooner than you will ever be prepared for…
Because one day, the chaos just ends. Suddenly, and without warning, they become their own person. They no longer will need you to tuck them in at night or read their favorite story… Suddenly, they learn how to cope with day to day life, needing you a little less with each passing season. They become stronger, more independent, and able to make the right choice- all on their own. And while this can break a momma’s heart just a little, it’s kind of the whole point. We care for them and nurture them so that one day they grow up to be good humans walking around in this world.
So to the momma who is in the thick of it right now, hold on to this season as much as you can. Time passes and all that you will ever have left - are the memories 🤍