Being a mom of three is a lot more work than I thought it
would be. Isabella or Riley always want
something when I am feeding Aiden or trying to get him to go to sleep. It takes
longer to get out of the house. I carry around a lot more stuff. I make more
lists so I can remember everything.
Being a mom of three is a lot more rewarding than I thought it
would be. Seeing the three kids together warms my heart in a way nothing else
ever has or ever will. Seeing the huge smile on Aiden's face whenever Isabella
is near him is so sweet and special. That baby boy LOVES his big sister. He's
still not too sure about Riley. Haha. Both kids love to help with everything:
feeding Aiden, giving baths, bringing him a blanket or a toy. Riley is always
quick to tell me "Baby is crying! Baby is crying, Mommy! Get him!"
Apparently he thinks I have lost my hearing ;)
I had forgotten how sweet and snuggly and good smelling
babies are. How that first smile lights up your life. How good it feels to
snuggle a litte sleepy, snoring bundle. How cute they are.
Having a baby again has also shown me how grown up my other
two are getting. Isabella is wicked smart. And such a big help with both Aiden
and Riley. And Riley is not a baby anymore. He seems much older than three most
of the time. But sometimes he still wants to be the baby. Watching the two of
them play together is so sweet, and reminds me of when my brother and I were
their ages. I can't wait for Aiden to be able to play with them.
Being a mom of three has also taught me that I can do lots
of things at one time. I can babywear Aiden, make Isabella's lunch and get the
kids breakfast. I can feed Aiden and read Isabella a story. I can rock Aiden
and watch Thomas the train with Riley. I can hold Aiden, eat dinner, and find
out how Isabella's day was. I can carry the carseat and hang onto both kids.
Being a mom of three has taught me one really important
thing: my heart can grown to encompass all three kids. I never thought I could
love this much.
