Over the last few years, I’ve been fortunate enough to connect with some incredible fellow moms, while also keeping in touch with long-time friends who are navigating motherhood alongside me. My family is filled with resilient women and nurturing sisters, all of whom are remarkable mothers too. So, with this opportunity to reach out, I want to express my heartfelt apologies to all of you who have been in similar situations.
I’m sorry if you’ve ever felt that I wasn’t fully present during our conversations. I assure you that I am listening, but my attention is often divided. I’m also on high alert for the sounds of crying children nearby—not just my own, but the little ones my toddler has chosen to “share” his toys with. And by “share,” I mean he picks them up, tosses them aside, and then decides he wants them back the moment someone else shows interest. Ah, the perplexing logic of toddlers!
I apologize if I’m speaking with you but not making direct eye contact. I see you, but I’m also keeping an eye on my little one to ensure he hasn’t climbed the café’s bookshelf, preparing to perform a stunt on his peacefully sleeping sibling in the stroller.
I’m sorry if my dialogue is punctuated by frantic shouts of “Hey, where did you go, you little rascal?” I promise I’ll get to what matters eventually. I’m just playing a game of “find the toddler,” who is in a phase of hide-and-seek without informing me we’re playing. My heart skips a beat every time he giggles from a hidden spot, like the box in the corner!
I’m sorry if I suddenly leap across the room while you’re sharing about your day. I genuinely care about your stories. I’m just also trying to teach my child about respect and kindness, which sometimes means dragging him back to apologize to a child he upset while pretending to be a dinosaur. He doesn’t quite grasp that his Jurassic antics might not resonate with everyone.
I apologize if I miss your calls or can only chat for a couple of minutes when I do call back. Your call is valued. In those moments, my baby might choose to unleash chaos, creating a situation I never saw coming. You know, the kind of explosion that happens from both ends, leaving me in a panic. He’s only five months old, yet he seems to know how to time these events for maximum impact.
I’m sorry if you see that I’ve read your messages without replying. I will get back to you—I promise it’s all written in my mind. My phone seems to attract both of my kids like a magnet, with them trying to watch their favorite shows and possibly dialing random numbers. If you haven’t yet discovered Blippi, I recommend checking it out for a good laugh.
To all my friends reading this—I sincerely apologize. I’m making an effort to be a good friend while also striving to be the best mom I can be (and keep my kids safe!). We women are truly remarkable at multitasking, but some days, it can feel overwhelming.
Perhaps in a decade, we’ll finally carve out some time for coffee and chat about our lives—just us. You know, discussing home decor or our latest shopping finds. But let’s be real; it’ll likely turn into a night of wine and discussing our kids instead!
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In summary, I want to express my apologies to my friends and fellow moms for not always being the present friend I strive to be. Life is chaotic and demanding, but I’m doing my best to balance it all.