As I embrace the quirks and charms of my own personality, I can’t help but feel my mother’s spirit blossoming within me, much like a vibrant tree taking root. It’s a delightful twist, reminiscent of a quirky, theatrical pregnancy where the lessons learned are both profound and amusing.
While my mother didn’t always follow a playbook that I would have written, isn’t that the essence of motherhood? Fortunately, many of her sayings have remained lodged in my memory, and they’re worth passing down. Here’s a collection of her unforgettable advice that I now share with my daughter—and perhaps you’ll find some wisdom here too!
- “A good hairstyle should enhance your face. It’s not about how long it is, but how it frames you. Anyone can have long hair; why settle for the mundane?”
- “It’s ‘different from,’ not ‘different than!’”
- “Always bend your knees when landing! Your joints will thank you later!”
- “When putting on a shirt, pull it straight down! If you poke your face through first, it’ll ruin the elastic!”
- “To soothe an itch around a wound, scratch the skin nearby—not the wound itself, or you’ll create a scar.”
- “You’ll ruin your dinner if you snack too much!”
- “Forget those sugary Disney movies! Let’s watch something real like Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. We can pop some corn!”
- “The secrets to life? Basting every ten minutes, a splash of Formula 409, and a good rouge.”
- “Oh, I’m totally not hurt that you prefer bottled dressing over my signature oil, vinegar, paprika, and salt-from-my-own-tears recipe.”
- “Keep your eye on the ball and don’t look side to side!”
- “Not all rules are meant to be followed; pick and choose which ones matter.”
As I approach the big 4-0, I finally understand the wisdom in disregarding some of the rules of addition. If you want more on navigating motherhood and life, check out our other blog posts, such as one about home insemination options at this link. And for those looking for expert insights, Make a Mom is a fantastic resource on at-home kits. You can also explore Resolve for more pregnancy and home insemination information.
In summary, these lessons from my mother remind us that wisdom can come in quirky packages, and it’s always worth sharing them with the next generation!