"If there is anything that we wish to change in the child, we should first examine it and see whether it is not something that could better be changed in ourselves." ~ C.G. Jung I see in her both traces of my strengths and echoes of my weaknesses ... my darling lioness cub. I should have known when she entered this world with a roar that she would be capable of not only bringing me to my knees in utter desperation, but also moving me to tears of immense pride and adoration.
She's fearless, strong-willed and unyielding ... while simultaneously deeply compassionate, generous and loving. My job as her Mama is to help her strike that delicate balance between the extremes - a job for which I feel woefully under qualified. Moderation and shades of grey have never been hallmarks of my character; further indication that she is indeed my flesh and blood!While she challenges me daily and forces me to look inward at my own inconsistencies, I see evidence of the woman she has the potential to become ... one whose strength of character and unshakable resolve will leave an indelible mark of greatness on her world. (That is, of course, assuming we both survive her childhood intact! lol)
Dulcius ex asperis.
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The challenges of raising high spirited children are great but rewarding when we see what wonderful people they become. We can bathe our young in love and acceptance...that is if we don't eat them first. ;)
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