
My role as a Mother.
You can see my reflection here, subtle and soft. But my child's eyes aren't the only place you can see my reflection. I am reflected in her giggles, her grunts, her "ooohs" and "aaaahs". I'm reflected in her breath, as it grows steady and heavy. I'm reflected in her concentration. I'm reflected in her cuddles, her soft touch, her curiosity. I'm reflected in her ten little fingers and her ten little toes. Every inch of her is a reflection of me. But that isn't why I love being a mother.
I love being a mother because as she grows older my reflection will still be there, but more subtle. With my help, and the help of those who love her, she will slowly grow into her own, becoming more and more of the soul she is destined to be.
I love being a mother because since the day she was born, not only did I see my reflection in those eyes, but I saw hers in mine. She immediately became a part of who I am, and will be a part of me forever. I see her now, every minute of the day, in the way that I wash dishes, make the bed, brush my teeth. She is always in my thoughts, whether in the forefront or background, always just a recall away.
I love being a mother because the pieces of her that reflect on me influence my actions and attitude. She helps me let go, play, laugh, and grow. Without her, I'd be a different person all together.
I love being a mother because her reflection is dependent on me as much as mine is of her. We need each other, and we always will. There is proof in this between me and my mother, and there will be proof to her when she is a mother.

I love being a mother because it is a permanent part of me that makes me grow stronger and wiser every day.