This was a reminder for me about my thoughts this morning. I know what I want and motherhood is a huge part of my life. I know I should enjoy it and embrace it. I should be present in it. It’s the greatest self awareness to not just be a mother but to know what it means to you and why it’s a huge part of your life.
Happy Mother’s Day to you! Thank you for this poignant, thoughtful and powerfully beautiful message that I can definitely relate to. I was 17 when I had my first child and was under the delusion I could do a better job than my mother did. I too was lost, hurting, lonely, looking for love in all the wrong places but also too rebellious to realize how selfish my choices were. Through the grace of our Creator I muddled through, and I am so proud of the fine man my son became despite the difficulties of those early years as I was becoming my true self. Your words are wise and insightful, an inspiration for all! Many blessings to you & all the beautiful mothers out there 🌹
Well said. I have felt the complex reality of motherhood intensely in this season (with grown children headed out of the nest) Becoming a mom is an ENTIRE remaking of our sense of self that it just is not for fathers. And with the best intention, awareness and attempts at planning, I still find myself wondering who am I NOW? It’s hard as hell and women don’t talk about it enough. So thank you 🙏🏻 ❤️
Thank you for sharing. I too became a mom as a teen and now 19 years later I'm reflecting on the journey of what led to motherhood. I searched for love in all the wrong places and being a single mom for 19 years has been challenging but also so rewarding watching the young man he has turned into. I'm still healing and honestly your books After the Rain and How we Heal have been very helpful in my journey.
What a gift Alex. Thank you …yet again for the soul truth. ✨ the way you speak is the way I feel and navigate…. Even more so. The last 5 years of my life. And now all 3 of my kids. Are adults. I too was a teenage mom. …I have not read your book yet. After the Rain. I will add this to my list this year. ✨🫶🏽 May I add… the photos you chose to share speak volumes. Priceless. Beautiful. …with glimmers of light. Happy Mother’s Day …today and every day. ✨🙏🏽💞
Alex, you never disappoint with your elegant and beautiful writings. Thank you for continuing to share your beauty and life with community. You are a gorgeous woman with an endearing soul. Thank you for any and all of sharing your vulnerabilities with us. Your picture “Proof of Life” is beautiful and resonates with me. Happy Mother’s Day to a queen❤️
This was beautiful, thank you for sharing! Happy Mother’s Day!!
This was a reminder for me about my thoughts this morning. I know what I want and motherhood is a huge part of my life. I know I should enjoy it and embrace it. I should be present in it. It’s the greatest self awareness to not just be a mother but to know what it means to you and why it’s a huge part of your life.
this means the world, Alex, to all of us who love and admire you. thank you for your truth.
Happy Mother’s Day to you! Thank you for this poignant, thoughtful and powerfully beautiful message that I can definitely relate to. I was 17 when I had my first child and was under the delusion I could do a better job than my mother did. I too was lost, hurting, lonely, looking for love in all the wrong places but also too rebellious to realize how selfish my choices were. Through the grace of our Creator I muddled through, and I am so proud of the fine man my son became despite the difficulties of those early years as I was becoming my true self. Your words are wise and insightful, an inspiration for all! Many blessings to you & all the beautiful mothers out there 🌹
Well said. I have felt the complex reality of motherhood intensely in this season (with grown children headed out of the nest) Becoming a mom is an ENTIRE remaking of our sense of self that it just is not for fathers. And with the best intention, awareness and attempts at planning, I still find myself wondering who am I NOW? It’s hard as hell and women don’t talk about it enough. So thank you 🙏🏻 ❤️
Did any of us know what we were getting ourselves into? And we did it more than once. 🥴
Thank you for sharing. I too became a mom as a teen and now 19 years later I'm reflecting on the journey of what led to motherhood. I searched for love in all the wrong places and being a single mom for 19 years has been challenging but also so rewarding watching the young man he has turned into. I'm still healing and honestly your books After the Rain and How we Heal have been very helpful in my journey.
Thank you for this beautiful writing. Happy Mother's Day
this was so beautiful. thank you so much.
Gosh, this dropped in me like a stone. thank you.
Yes. To having the wisdom to nurture independence in our daughters. It's been a journey to get here. Thank you for your beautiful reflection.
Wow this post was phenomenal 👏🏿
What a gift Alex. Thank you …yet again for the soul truth. ✨ the way you speak is the way I feel and navigate…. Even more so. The last 5 years of my life. And now all 3 of my kids. Are adults. I too was a teenage mom. …I have not read your book yet. After the Rain. I will add this to my list this year. ✨🫶🏽 May I add… the photos you chose to share speak volumes. Priceless. Beautiful. …with glimmers of light. Happy Mother’s Day …today and every day. ✨🙏🏽💞
with gratitude
Alex, you never disappoint with your elegant and beautiful writings. Thank you for continuing to share your beauty and life with community. You are a gorgeous woman with an endearing soul. Thank you for any and all of sharing your vulnerabilities with us. Your picture “Proof of Life” is beautiful and resonates with me. Happy Mother’s Day to a queen❤️
This is so beautifully written!
Beautiful, thank you for your vulnerability