Hi there! My name is Aimee and I was inspired to create this blog after hearing my daughter, Hope (a.k.a. Kins Kins), say "Hey, Mama...?" for the billionth time one day. "Hey, Mama...?" is Hope's usual way to start off a conversation, but that particular day, in that particular instance, I answered with, "WHAT?", in a not-so-nice tone and she ended up with a surprised and hurt look on her face.
Of course, this wasn't the first time this has happened (I'm sure you moms out there have done the same thing), but this time was different for some reason. After some reflection, I realized that those words, "Hey, Mama...?", are two of the most important words a mom can hear from her child.
When I hear those words, several things come to mind:
- I'M needed. My child is seeking ME out and MY response matters to her.
- That to answer in any way other than positive nature (traditionally for me it's some term of endearment we have together like, "Yes, sweet pea?") discounts my child. Don't yack, I'm not being sicky sweet here!
- They give me the opportunity to engage with my child while I have the chance.
- They mean I'm not a memory yet to my child, as my mother is to me...as I listen to my "Hey, Mamas...?" echo and go answered.
This blog is a joint venture between Hope and me. Our goals are simple:
- Provide straightforward solutions, honest opinions, and inspired ideas that we think are helpful to other moms and kids.
- Create a comfortable place where moms and kids want to hang out, see what's up and talk...with one another, other moms and kids, and, of course, us!
- Have fun, learn something new, share our thoughts, and grow...together!
"Hey, Mama...?" we're interested in what YOU have to say!
