tell me about the gorgeous things your DC do that remind you that it's all ok really (totally ok to boast. No stealth needed)

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My DS1 (4) tonight asked me at bedtime what love was made of. I said happiness is what love is made of, so he thought about it for a bit then told me that I am where all his happiness lives so I must be made of love. Obviously I told him that he and his little brother are where my happiness lives too, so we have a lot of love in our house... genuinely feel very lucky tonight to have my two boys.

It's obviously bloody hard work and their dad is still a PITA, and this little moment isn't representative of our day to day life as a general rule. BUT it was awesome, and made me feel so good. And there is no-one else to tell about it. So I'm telling you guys.

Come tell me about your awesome moments with your DC too - honestly, I really want to know :) no false modesty now. I know I'm not the only one who wishes there was someone to tell when that kind of moment happens, right?

my 5 year old last night patted my back whilst I coughed myself into oblivion (I've got a dreadful cold), brought me a blanket and covered me up and gave me his teddy to cuddle so that I would feel better. That my children care enough to give me their special possessions and 'mother' me in my hour of need is....well, it's just enough. Made me smile. Warms the heart.

marking my place. I'll have a think and come back......

fedup that is so sweet! I hope you are on the mend now? meglet do come share!

I love threads like this.

Dd is always saying sweet things too me. Always telling me she loves me and im her best friend

Last week she said that I should treat myself because im always buying her things and little treats and never buy myself anything. I thought it was cute that a 5 year old would notice.

Last month I had stomach ache and was telling a friend on the phone. About half an hour later dd went to the toilet and shouted me, she had only gone an put the plug In the bath and told me to have a soak as a bubble bath makes me feel better when im poorly :)

ahhh that is so lovely misstireduthappy! Both my boys climb in bed with me in the mornings for a cuddle, and my eldest often gives me a pat on the cheek or a little stroke on my forehead. It's ever so cute. (My little one is just as likely to give me an accidental headbutt but the intention is good!) We are also just getting to the stage where DS1 insists he will marry me when he is older he will also apparently BE queen Elsa and have hair like Rapunzel though

Lovely thread.

I adore when we are walking along the street or in the park, and they spontaneously link arms and we all walk together. I feel so blessed.

When I am unwell, or tired, and they run to put the kettle on for my tea.

I have a home filled with more love than I ever imagined possible when ExH left us. I have little cuddles throughout the day. Kind words. Bedtime and morning snuggles to bookend every day. Our family in-jokes. DD1 writing that her favourite smell is "my mum's smell".

It has been bloody, bloody hard work and I hoover up books about thriving under pressure to keep my head straight.

Last night I made a spectacularly dodgy fish pie. Ds soldiered through it saying how delicious it was and how my cooking is epic and trying to smile instead of retch. Then he declared he was really full cos he'd had a snack in the morning and it must have filled him up so unfortunately he just couldn't manage any more. Love him

I made him some cheese toast and let him have it on the couch.

:D Clive

redoubtable it is bloody hard work, but so worth it!

I was on my own for years with my one DS, now 22. His father was, and is, an immature needy twat. DS is a lovely guy, and I am so proud of him. All worth it.

I am not a cuddly person or very tactile with grown ups but when my little one runs up to me, throws her arms round my neck and hangs on for dear life, you just can't buy that feeling!!!!!!!

At the age of 7 my eldest started making me tea and toast on a Saturday morning ( butter an optional extra on the plate, kitchen surface etc!) - now at 11 yrs - tea making is delegated to the 7yr old and he puts the school clothes in the washing machine and switches it on!

The hugs are simply the best - nothing beats them.

Last two posters have it right. That feeling is beyond everything!

I love getting dd in my bed for cuddles and us both falling asleep together all cosy .

I love the happy posts about our families. I know its hard work but my kids are ace and I wouldn't go back in time to change anything if it meant I didnt have them or stayed with their dad

We went to the beach today with a friend and had chips and donughts for tea. Blissful. I love the freedom we have as well.

Sounds like you had a brilliant day choc I love going on days out with dc.

8yo DS brilliant with younger children, really caring and looks out for them . So despite the fact I do tend to be quite a shouty mummy all the nice mummy stuff must sink in.

Yesterday 6yo DD was having a tantrum while I was in the bathroom putting my contacts in. She hollered that she was going to push the dyson down the stairs. While I was desperately trying to finish off DS yelled up the stairs "don't worry mum I've put all the sofa cushions at the bottom so it won't break!". She did push it and it didn't break.