Where was it exactly that I crossed the threshold to needing to dye my hair, go to the gym and use sunscreen?
Where was I exactly when I could no longer justify spending half a paycheck on clothes and shoes?
When did I become so boring that I couldn't simply jump in the car and take off for the night, a weekend or forever?
Where did this women come from who knows about Drain-O, OxiClean and Magic Erasers?
Where did I get these comfortable shoes, laugh lines and over sized purses?
Where did I come from?
When did I start carrying napkins, straws and band-aids in my car?
Where is the girl who wore short shorts, mini skirts and belly shirts?
When did I become so good at catching cookie thieves, instigating tickle fights and mopping up apple juice?
Where did I learn exactly when to smile at you in order to make you smile, too?
Where did I learn to cook dinner, do fractions and fold laundry at the same time?
When did I stop worrying about fitting in, moving up and getting paid more?
When did I start instead hanging on, lifting higher and working harder?
Where did I learn to erase bad dreams, hurt feelings and ink marks on clothes?
Looking at the woman I've become, I can't help but wonder "Where did I come from?"
And then you smile at me and suddenly I understand.
Just as you came from me....maybe, perhaps, I came from you, too.
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3 comments:
Wow, what an incredible post!! I think these thought all the time. My family has transformed me into a person that I wouldn't recognize a decade ago. And you know what? I love it! You really got me thinking. Great post, thanks for sharing.
isn't it funny what we change over time
I love this! It's so true, it's exactly how I have been feeling lately, and btw I have been looking all over for your blog! I am so glad you left me your url!! :) I can't wait to read more!
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