By the time this picture was taken, you had had your fill of the photo shoot. I love it though, because it's a glimpse into reality. A reality that does have a lot of smiles and giggles, but also a reality that has struggles and tears. Sometimes you cry because you are hungry, sometimes because you are tired, sometimes because you want to be held or snuggled, or because you aren't getting exactly what you want, sometimes because you need a diaper change, and a few times because you have been hurt or scared.
These are the easy tears - these tears I can fix. It is the tears that I know will inevitably come because your feelings are hurt or your heart is broken that I dread. I wish I could take all your hurts and fears and pains away from you. I wish you would never have to feel an ounce of disappointment or uncertainty or waivering confidence. I know it is inevitable though, so my prayer is that you will only have to feel enough pain and cry just enough tears to help you become compassionate and empathetic. And in those times, just as the one on the day of the photo shoot, I am your mama, and you are my baby.
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