YOU ARE MY REASON
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BY EMMA HEAPHY
You are the reason I get up each morning.
Even though my eyelids are as heavy as a five-tonne truck.
Even though all I want is a sleep-in, a coffee and breakfast in bed.
You are more important.
You need me.
For you, I would do anything.
You are the reason I am finally comfortable in my own skin.
Even though I am a size bigger than I used to be.
Even though my boobs cannot be described as “perky”.
You relied on my body.
You gave it purpose.
For you, I will always love it.
You are the reason I am more eco friendly.
Even though I couldn’t keep up with the cloth nappies we tried.
Even though I often forget my reusable coffee cup.
You make me want to make the world a better place.
You have opened my mind.
For you, I want to be a good role model.
You are the reason I am no longer selfish.
Even though I sometimes complain that I don’t buy anything for myself anymore.
Even though I get annoyed when I don’t get enough alone time.
You have taught me that there is more to life than just me.
Your needs come first right now.
For you, I happily come second.
You are the reason I now know the importance of patience.
Even though I sometimes miss the fast paced life.
Even though I still get frustrated when I feel inefficient.
You need me to go at your pace.
You are the priority right now.
For you, I slow down.
You are the reason that I now have perspective.
Even though I don’t make the money that I used to.
Even though I don’t have the level of mental stimulation I once had.
You are more important.
You need me.
For you, my career can wait.
You are the reason I worry more than ever.
Even though I know it won’t change anything.
Even though it’s not your fault.
You are precious.
You are vulnerable.
For you, I will worry forever.
You are the reason I am now filled with gratitude.
Even though I get sad when things do not go my way.
Even though I sometimes lose sight of what I have.
You are my constant reminder that I am blessed.
You are the light at the end of every tunnel.
For you, everything is worth it.
You are the reason that my heart is full.
Even though I love your dad more than you can ever imagine.
Even though I am grateful for our life before you.
You have shown me a love like no other.
You are remarkable.
For you, my heart explodes.
Lottie, you are my reason.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Emma is a qualified lawyer whose new trade is mother to Charlotte Jane (Lottie). Gone are the days of suits, crisp white shirts, courtrooms, endless emails and hot fancy coffees. Hanging with the Heaphys is her website and creative outlet where she shares her very real and candid experiences through pregnancy, motherhood and everything in between. You can also follow her on Instagram @hangingwiththeheaphys