So much honesty in this one. This hit me hard: "I am envious that he gets to dedicate his time to his work and that I can devote only the scraps to mine." I feel this on so many levels, and yet, I have no solution on how it would work any other way. Appreciate you exploring such a complex question that us mothers are facing day-to-day.
I've stumbled on your Instagram and newsletter, so glad I did. This has got to be the most relatable piece of writing I've read as a mother. I say that with sincerity. I wish being a stay at home mum fulfilled me, I wish I didn't feel resentful to my husband whose time is guarded like diamonds, I often wish I didn't follow my self employed dreams. One thing I've managed is the management of guilt, I rarely feel it and when I do, I question in. Glad to have discovered your writing. Wilma
I feel so much of this. Motherhood encapsulates such a rich dichotomy for all womankind. Such love for what is gained, such frustration for what is lost. Such dedication to them, such abandonment to self.
This is such an excellent piece of writing.
Oooft. Ctrl+Alt+delete 💔
Appreciate every word.
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Perfectly said, all of it.
What excellent writing that captured everything I’m feeling. You’ve made me feel so seen and validated in my constant struggle.
This is such a great article and exactly what I needed to read and hear this week. Love your work Jade 😘
Speaking to my soul on this one Jade. 💛
Jade, this is beyond refreshing and moving to read, I devoured every last word.
So much honesty in this one. This hit me hard: "I am envious that he gets to dedicate his time to his work and that I can devote only the scraps to mine." I feel this on so many levels, and yet, I have no solution on how it would work any other way. Appreciate you exploring such a complex question that us mothers are facing day-to-day.
I've stumbled on your Instagram and newsletter, so glad I did. This has got to be the most relatable piece of writing I've read as a mother. I say that with sincerity. I wish being a stay at home mum fulfilled me, I wish I didn't feel resentful to my husband whose time is guarded like diamonds, I often wish I didn't follow my self employed dreams. One thing I've managed is the management of guilt, I rarely feel it and when I do, I question in. Glad to have discovered your writing. Wilma
I feel so much of this. Motherhood encapsulates such a rich dichotomy for all womankind. Such love for what is gained, such frustration for what is lost. Such dedication to them, such abandonment to self.