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The Most Joyful Moment of My Life
Parenting
Updated: July 2, 2020
Originally Published: Jan. 26, 2016
I could say it’s due to a long list of grievances, but that isn’t the case. I’m simply very sensitive to the little things that can irritate me.
I often grumble about my hectic schedule, my occasionally forgetful partner, my quirky siblings, or even a pesky hangnail… really, anything. I do complain.
However, lately, I’ve noticed a change in myself.
A few days ago, something extraordinary occurred. I watched my ten-month-old, Lily, tugging out plastic fruits and vegetables from the toy kitchen, while my three-year-old twins, Mia and Zoe, were busy coloring at their easel. They were picking up every crayon they dropped, singing a catchy song I had made up for them: “If there’s a crayon/on the floor/Mia will find it/and put it in her mouth.” It’s quite the tune. They sang it joyfully, all while glancing at their baby sister with bright smiles, cooing, “Isn’t that right, Lily? You silly baby!” Lily giggled, joining in on the minor chaos.
I sipped on a cold soda, savoring the moment and etching it into my memory.
When I was Mia and Zoe’s age, I dreamed of becoming a mother someday. I always envisioned caring for little ones.
As I grew older, I developed other ambitions, and I still have many dreams. But every time I thought about parenting, I pictured a home brimming with little girls around three or four years old, dressing up, singing, and twirling in their lovely dresses.
I imagined older kids watching over their younger siblings, sharing hugs and kisses, and a house filled with happiness.
And here I am, in the midst of “hug piles,” receiving unexpected, giggly kisses from my children. I am the ever-watchful guardian of three of the happiest kids I could ever imagine.
Sure, it can be chaotic at times. There are days when I crave solitude, when a headache strikes, or I feel overwhelmed and can’t mediate squabbles over cheap plastic trinkets. But more frequently now, I find myself simply observing them and feeling… content.
Not just content. It’s a deeper sensation—pride, fulfillment, and something beyond that.
I sometimes question whether I deserve this overwhelming sense of achievement that arises from simply watching my children play. Yet, it’s undeniably there. Each time Lily takes a step instead of rolling around, every time Mia claims she’s a “super girl” battling monsters, or when Zoe “repairs” her toy sink with a tool from her dad’s superhero costume, and when one of them expresses a desire to be like me…
It may seem self-centered, but it brings me immense joy. An indescribable pride.
Observing them play and allowing them to just… be kids together… It’s astounding. It’s magical.
Watching Lily mimic her big sisters and then catching my gaze with a bright smile… Motherhood has never been more rewarding.
Life has never seemed so perfect.
And yet, life isn’t perfect. We still face significant challenges—financial stress, work issues, health concerns—but when I look at the bigger picture? It’s incredible.
This is the essence of it all. This is why I chose to become a parent. Seeing their sheer joy when their sunflower seeds sprout, when they decode a new word, or when I walk into a room just in time to witness a priceless moment.
I can’t imagine ever feeling as blissful as I do now.
I have everything I genuinely wished for in life. I am completely enveloped in love, all the time.
It’s an extraordinary feeling, knowing I’m living in what I will reflect on as the happiest period of my life—the happiest I will ever be.
Regardless of what the future holds, my life will always be enriched by this. By this remarkable, enchanting, and perfect stage of life.
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Summary: In this heartfelt reflection, Emma Taylor shares her journey into motherhood, highlighting the pure joy and fulfillment she experiences while watching her children grow and thrive. Amidst life’s challenges, she finds happiness in the simple moments of parenting, recognizing that this phase is the most joyful of her life.