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A Mama’s Evolution

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A MAMA’S EVOLUTION

In my youth, I loved to play in the dirt.
I wasn’t one to fuss with a dress or skirt.
I’d rather play pirates and climb big trees.
I beamed with pride when I skinned my knees.

I fell in love with the boy next door.
With my best friend, life is never a bore.
We settled down after a few years of fun.
Little did we know, the “fun” had just begun.

I traded my truck for a minivan
and our little family of four began.
We no longer watch football while sipping booze.
We now hush and smile as our babies snooze.

Today I wear the occasional dress
and sometimes cry when my house is a mess.
I’ve made new friends who giggle and play.
We squeel and sing the boogieman away.

We play in the dirt and climb big trees.
There’s often tears when we skin our knees.
My new friends sleep over every single night
and I’ll gladly trade rest for a pillow fight.

I’m still the same tomboy, I’ll never outgrow.
My minivan has all wheel drive, ya know!
I may have new gear and all new rules,
but this tomboy wears the most precious of jewels.

 How has motherhood changed you?