I wonder if I’ll ever stop looking at the kids a grade older than Cuyler (but born the same year as him) and thinking “He should be with them”. Because I know he’s exactly where he’s supposed to be.
I wonder if I’ll ever have enough confidence in my parenting abilities.
I wonder what will happen on Saturday.
I wonder if my most favourite $10 Old Navy jeans will ever fit me again.
I wonder if I’ll be able to run that 5k in April since I haven’t run in weeks.
I wonder why Cuyler has gone back to Thomas the Tank Engine and The Wiggles. I thought we were done with them…
I wonder if my hips and ass are so big now because I sit on the couch all night watching tv and surfing the net.
I wonder if I’ll ever stop feeling the awe of having a daughter. I never thought I’d have a daughter. I always saw myself with boys. Always wanted boys, Since I’ve had her – I’ve been in awe of her.
I wonder if all my laundry will ever be put away. Or will I ever have an empty washer or dryer?
I wonder if my forehead will ever clear up. It’s been well over a month now. WTF?
I wonder if I’ll be brave enough to make the decisions about Eva’s plastic surgeries. For now I’m just avoiding all thoughts about it.
I wonder why I can’t fall asleep before 1am every night. Because I can’t wake up before 7:30 – and that does not make for easy mornings trying to hustle 3 kids out the door for 9am.
I wonder if we’ll ever take a family vacation. We’ve never been on one.
According to Cuyler – we are going to Portugal in July. According to me – we are not.
According to Cuyler – we are going to Portugal in July. According to me – we are not.
I wonder if anyone else is a closet Sister Wives or 19 Kids and Counting fan.
I wonder how many people read my blog?
Leave me a comment with something you often wonder about.
It’s funny – I was talking today about this with a friend who has an “only” and the amazing things that her child is experiencing. The adventures they get to go on because it’s easier with one. They get 100% of 100% of their parents. Where I feel as though I give each of my kids 100% but I’m giving it to 3…
Your daughter may long for a sibling, but I think they all long for something they don’t have.
My daughter might long for a sister one day. My oldest longs for a brother who can play hockey with him. I long for a life unaffected by autism somedays…
But in the big picture – we are all happy and grateful for who and what we have.
Oh Keeley. Thanks for your kind words.
We’ve never talked about Kaitlin – but know that my heart hurts for what you’re going through. My sisters mean the world to me – so I can’t imagine what this is like.
I just hope you feel all the love around you.
I wonder… if you know how amazing and strong you are as a person? Cause to me you are pretty damn good at dealing with it all. I wonder… if you are giving yourself enough credit? cause you deserve it!
Personally, every minute of the day,
I wonder… if I will ever be able to have a conversation with my sister again?
I also wonder if we will ever be financially secure and if all my laundry will ever be done.
I wonder if we made the right decision to have only one beautiful child.
I wonder if she will always be as strong and independant as she is today at 6 years old.
I wonder if I will ever be able to retire or, at the very least, stop working full-time.
I wonder if I am doing all I can to keep my family and myself healthy.
I wonder if I will ever lose that last 10-15 pounds!
I can only imagine the solid foundation he’s been given. No doubt he’ll do just fine!
thanks! love you too Dad! xoxo
I wonder if I will ever get rid of the hole in my heart left by my mom.
I wonder if my dad will live the rest of his stays stoic and strong on the outside but lost and lonely inside.
I wonder if my sisters will ever move back home.
I wonder if my sister and her kids will be OK with everything they are facing.
I wonder if I can keep running my own business without a sleep-deprivation, stress induced nervous breakdown.
I wonder if I will ever have the body I want.
I wonder if my daughter will ever feel totally comfortable with her quirky self.
I wonder if my kids will be happy adults.
I wonder if I expect too much from my kids.
I wonder if I am too lenient on my kids.
I wonder if I expect too much of myself.
I wonder if I will die young like my mom.
I wonder what turning 40 in a few weeks will bring!
I wonder if my son will be OK when he goes off to college…
This is THE most awesome comment ever.
Amy that is an amazing list….I hate that you and others have to wonder about the first kiss etc….I wonder about that for my nephew all the time and it’s a rip off….and don’t wonder about jeans and a t…they ARE always cool!
I wonder every single one of those – except your 41 is my 36.
I’m so thankful your in my “village”.
Are any of their neighbourhood friends at their school? That’s gotta be tough. Although there are pros and cons to both sides, right? You made a decision based on their best interests.
And no – I don’t think it gets easier. Unfortunately.
May I ask – have you been trying for awhile?
(also – YAY for closet TLC watchers!)
I wonder if I will be working at the 7-11 at 70 and living above it
I wonder if one day I will wake up and not have the strength and positive force that I need and rely on
I wonder if my children will be all right. And better than all right. And Happy. And passionate about their adult lives
I wonder if one day I will wake up and say -love has passed me by.
I wonder if will regret deeply any of my choices.
I wonder if I will ever say “that is too old for me” or if someone will have to pull me aside!
I wonder if I have what it takes to do what I need to do to make all my dreams come true
Christine- I love this!
I wonder why some people sail though life with minimal or “normal” events, and others have more than thier share
I wonder how I got to 41 , when I still see 27 in the mirror
I wonder why my mother never taught me about taking care of my skin
I wonder why hangovers have to happen
I wonder why we, as human beings always, always judge others
I wonder if my son will ever have a first kiss, drive a car, live alone,
I wonder if people know how much I truly fake how strong I appear to be,
I wonder why I think jeans and a white tshirt is always cool
I wonder why I can never take a good picture!
yuh dont have to wonder bout me girl!!! i love ya always…dad.oxoxox
I wonder if I made a mistake sending my girls to private school. Are academics and grades more important than feeling connected to your community and friends. How long will it take for the girls to stop feeling like outsiders?
I wonder if parenting ever gets an easier because it’s such a hard job!
Huh. Your post made me think that I don’t wonder too much. Right now the only things I wonder are:
When will I get pregnant? I want my husband to have a baby of his own flesh and blood, not just be the most amazing step-father ever.
What will our baby look like? I’m of Irish/Scottish decent, he is 100% Yoruba (west african) – will we have gorgeous biracial babies or will our genetics resist each other and end up with funny looking kids?
I also wonder if I can handle the 10 day wait until Sister Wives comes back on TV (yes, I am a closet TLC watcher)
Ironic that I JUST scraped crusty toothpaste off of THREE sinks and then came on a read this? True story.
I wonder if I am doing a good enough job laying the groundwork for my kids to find their own way later in life.
I wonder if I am meant to be 20lbs heavier – if that is my new middle aged marker.
I wonder if the kids will EVER wipe the hard, crusty toothpaste out of the sink.
The US?!?! Why is this the first I’m hearing about this??
Your MS comment struck me. You seem to always give MS the finger so I’ve never thought of you being vulnerable to it. But I can imagine how that could weigh on you some days.
And to have amazing friends – you have to be an amazing friend. So wonder no more about that last one.
Have you ever thought of doing the One Of A Kind craft show?
Your jewellery is beautiful. With the time and quality you put into each piece – I have no doubt Liv Jewellery will be a successful business!
My mum says the very same things. You two should really try to re-connect.
She’d like that.
ahhh…the money thing. Always.
I’ve no doubt you’ll find that someone. The stars are waiting to align.
did you get a clean plate?
I wonder if I make the right choices for Keigan and Molly….everyday.
I wonder why my ass is so big now…as I eat the next Lindt Chocolate.
I wonder how much longer I can tell Eamonn that I WON”T move to that US even though I know that is where his career’s future probably is.
I wonder if I day will come where I won’t have MS….or won’t be able to walk from the MS.
I wonder at what cost do I follow my heart.
I wonder if my girls will grow up to be happy and healthy and have everything they desire in life.
and I am so very thankful…but often wonder…how I got lucky enough to have met such amazing friends! xoxo
I wonder if my new business will help support our family.
I wonder if Lauren will end up growing up in Huntsville or if we’ll move again in the next few years.
I wonder, if she does grow up here, will she appreciate its beauty or will she start saying, this-is-a-hick-town-nothing-ever-happens-here-I-can’t-wait-to-get-out.
I wonder if I’ll ever get the courage up to do a craft fair.
I wonder if I leave the housework long enough will Scott start doing it.
I wonder if I will ever afford to retire and I wonder how I ever had the energy to do everything when my kids where small. It all seems so amazing yo me now.
I wonder if I’ll ever not worry about money.
I wonder if I’ll ever find someone who gets me and chooses to stick it out with me.
I wonder what will happen to you guys on Saturday.
I wonder if there will be a clean plate in our office kitchen when I go to make my bagel now….
I love this picture by the way – it makes me think of Will doing that cat litter commercial…