3 Life Lessons I’ve learned from my now three-year old

I blinked and just like that I have a three-year old! It feels like yesterday we were welcoming our little Blake into the world. A day filled with so much joy as I held my precious boy for the first time. Becoming a mom gave me a whole new purpose and of course reset all my priorities. As much as Blake was learning and taking in his new world, so was I. Fast forward to toddler life, which truly isn’t for the weak, Blake became more adventurous and learned how to communicate his emotions (lots of BIG emotions!) to the people around him. As I reflect back on the last three years, Blake has shown me the true meaning of love and patience along with so many other life lessons - (here are three that stick with me daily!)

There is beauty in simplicity.

I learned that true beauty can be found in the mundane. Your day-to-day routines are just as important as your big moments or grand adventures in life (even though they can be more exciting!) Blake is an expert at appreciating the small beauties in life. Whether it’s the tiny flowers we stop to pick together during our walks, the pancakes he bakes with his dad every Saturday morning or just watching his face light up every time he greets his friends, he’s always teaching me to see the magic in everyday moments I might otherwise overlook.

Be present.

Something that I continually strive to work on as sometimes I find myself distracted or trying to get a million things done throughout the day. Blake has taught me that my full, undivided attention is so much greater than the sum of my attention split among many things at once. I’ve learned that the dishes or laundry can wait, so that I can go all in on the game he wants to play or the book he wants me to read. I’ve learned to give my full attention to the people around me, while leaving social media, phone calls or any other distractions for another time. I won’t get these moments back, no matter how big or small they are.

A smile or a hug can make all the difference.

Blake has taught me whenever possible, spread love. An unprovoked hug or smile by him lifts my spirits in an instant, reminds me of the beauty that surrounds me, and leaves me filled with love and joy. I can only imagine a world if we all took the same approach as Blake where such a simple gesture could change a person’s day. I strive to take this approach daily.

Three simple lessons that have made all the difference. Blake has taught me many lessons over the last three years, but these stick out the most. As each year passes, I’m reminded that being a mother is truly the greatest gift; challenges and all. The highs are high, your worries are normal, but your child’s love is unconditional. I can’t imagine life without my beautiful babies, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world. I hope one day I can share with Blake the lessons he has taught me because he’s changed me for the better. Happy 3rd birthday to my sweet boy! Many more beautiful lessons and memories to come! Xo

Blake’s THIRD YEAR DOWN!