“A mother’s treasure is her daughter.”
— Catherine Pulsifer
Thank you Spidey, for finding such a lovely quote.
Yesterday, was Lil Princess’s birthday. My daughter turned teenager.
I am quite overwhelmed, you know, because, firstly, I am now a mother to two teenagers. So I feel old!
But mainly, because I don’t know where the last thirteen years disappeared to. It only feels like the other day that she arrived, kicking and screaming, into the world, and now, she’s nearly a woman!
When people say, ‘make the most of those young years’, they are right. At the time, you may be finding it hard to deal with young children, and you wish away the years where they won’t sleep, keep crying, asking “Why?”, follow you everywhere, even the loo.
But, honestly, you will suddenly find yourself here, like me, with the kids who are full of hormones, and they don’t actually want to be anywhere near you, (unless they want something, in which case they can be really sweel!), they don’t really talk to you, their rooms start to smell, because they live in mini pigstys, no matter how much you try to keep them tidy…
Then, the flip side, when they get older, they become mini friends. The conversations you can have with them, the jokes you can share, and, with my girl anyway, the advice and tips on hair, clothes and make-up! (Mind you, I really don’t care about those things, but if I ask her for help, she’s in her element!)
We enjoy music together, silly Netflix films and series. Baking together in the kitchen, girlie chats about life.
It’s all part of the joys of being a mother, you know, and though I miss my little squidgy baby, I have a beautiful young lady by my side, now, and she will always be my baby…
Happy Birthday, Lil Princess 💜
Have a peaceful, love-filled Sunday Peeps.
But I Smile Anyway... 
Feb 21, 2021 @ 22:34:26
Ritu, keep your sense of humor. It may come in handy with two teens. Also, have a quiet alcove to go recharge. High school gets better, but oh those middle school years, when hormones are blasting and social media is to handy. Keith
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Feb 22, 2021 @ 06:49:56
Thanks, Keith! Yes, there are plusses and minuses to the situation, as with everything! We will get through!! 😉
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 19:55:00
Beautiful, Sis! There is much time becoming a grandma. :-)) Afterwards the best congratulations, to Lil Princess! What do their truly impressive drawing skills? I hope dayover you all had a wonderful celebration. Best wishes, Michael
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 20:16:04
Thank you, Bro! She had a good day, and no, not planning on becoming a grandma any time soon!
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Feb 22, 2021 @ 09:58:05
Good news, Sis! Birthday celebrations in lockdown are sad, much more for youngsters.
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Feb 22, 2021 @ 12:39:35
They are what you make them, Bro!
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Feb 22, 2021 @ 22:29:00
You are the role model, Sis! 😉 Keep on!
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Feb 23, 2021 @ 07:02:03
Thank you 😉
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Feb 23, 2021 @ 13:05:29
:-))
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 17:11:16
Beautifully said!
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 17:26:35
Thanks, John 💜
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 16:15:36
How special! Have fun being a mother of two teenagers! xo
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 16:22:53
I forsee a trying time…!!!
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 13:47:59
A beautiful post sis it’s all part of life’s rich tapestry 💜💜💜
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 13:52:26
Thank you, Sis 💜💜💜
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 19:16:41
💜💜💜
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 13:45:23
Happy Birthday Lil Princess!
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 13:52:40
Thank you Jennie 💜
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 19:32:28
You’re welcome, Ritu. Right now I’m writing for my granddaughter who turns 13 this week, “When Grammy was 13…” Lil Princess might enjoy something like that from your parents. 🙂
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 19:54:21
How exciting! I might just ask.them!
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 22:05:41
I just finished mine. I’ll send it to you! I wish I had something like that from my grandparents.
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 22:15:42
💜💜💜
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 22:19:38
Just emailed it to you!
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 22:24:26
I’m.off to bed now, but will read and enjoy tomorrow! Xxx
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 22:25:24
😍
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 11:34:58
You know, I did not care what gender my kids would have. But I hoped that there was at least one daughter amongst them. When my first child was a girl, I was happy and enjoyed the two boys after maybe even more… lol! You feel old? My three “babies” are between 18 and 25… lol! Enjoy your youth… haha.
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 12:08:35
Lol! Thanks, Sis!
I always wanted one of each. I was granted my wish.
So I’m grateful. Sometimes frustrated, but mainly, grateful 💜
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 13:45:58
Right, sis! There is no sun without shadow… lol!
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 13:52:47
💜💜💜
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 08:21:51
How lovely, Ritu! And how much love in those words. And, one day, they will become full adult friends, and you will have lots in common. Happy Birthday to your ‘Lil Princess’.
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 09:57:42
Thank you, Steve 💜
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 06:57:13
Happy birthday to your Lil Princess. Wonderful post. I can relate to your feelings🥰
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 09:58:15
Thank you. Our young ones are so precious 🥰
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 06:15:51
Happy birthday to her! I have 3 year old twins and feel like this post was a reminder for me. Time goes by fast and they may soon reach a stage where they don’t want to be around you.
I hope your new teenager let’s you squish her though 🙂
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Feb 21, 2021 @ 09:59:41
Thank you, Pepper!
I manage to get the odd squish, but they are definitely less.but I’m hopeful, she will allow more squishes as the hormones settle!
Enjoy your time with those little ones. Time really does Fly! 💜
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