I wanted to take a moment to talk about yesterday. I know it wasn’t the best day for me, and you saw it all unfold. You watched as I munched on old candy like it was my job, and you saw me sitting on the floor, hugging our dog while I cried. I know I raised my voice more than I should have, and that I retreated upstairs to bed while the sun was still shining, hoping to fast-forward through the day. You even came up to me and gently stroked my hair while I curled up with a book, trying to escape my feelings.
It must be unsettling to see someone who is usually your safe haven struggling like this. I wish I could give you a clear reason for why I felt so low. It would be much easier if I could point to something specific, like when we lost Great-Grandpa or when I see upsetting news. But this time, it’s not that simple. I can’t say, “Mommy is sad because of _____.” Sometimes the sadness just arrives uninvited, and I can’t quite figure out why.
You should know that I’m not always going to have the answers. I’m human, just like you, and there are times when I feel overwhelmed. I want you to understand that none of this is your fault. You are my everything, and even on days when I seem to be falling apart—when I raise my voice or you feel like you don’t like me very much—my love for you is unwavering.
It’s okay to not have a smile on our faces all the time. We all have tough days, and it’s perfectly normal to feel sad without a reason. Sometimes we just need to embrace those feelings.
You have no idea how much it means to me when you do those little things to cheer me up, like bringing me flowers or my favorite pillow. Underneath my sadness, there’s always an immense love for you, my greatest gifts. Please promise me that you won’t ever doubt that love.
Family is where we can be real with each other. We don’t always have to pretend everything is fine. If we’re feeling low, we can acknowledge it. It’s important for us to try our best every day, but bad days can make us feel like we’ve failed, which only adds to the struggle.
When I’m having a rough time, I remind myself that the good days wouldn’t feel so wonderful if we didn’t have the bad ones. These tough moments teach us valuable lessons, even if they can be overwhelming. But the joy you bring to my life—your laughter, your little snacks, your sweet melodies—helps me through those days.
So yes, I had a hard day yesterday, and I know there will be more. But please never doubt my love for you—on the tough days, on the good ones, and every single day in between.
With all my love and hugs,
Mom
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Summary
In this heartfelt message, a mother shares her struggles with a bad day, reassuring her children that it’s okay to feel sad sometimes and that her love for them remains constant despite her ups and downs. She emphasizes the importance of family support and acknowledges the little things her kids do to lift her spirits.