Comments for Robbie and Kim

Comment on the difference by Sarah

Sarah — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 18:48:30 +0000

I can’t believe she is turning one already. Thanks so much for letting me be there to witness her birth. I know it was a hard day for you. I am still amazed at the strength, determindation, and patience you had during delivery. I was super impressed. I wish we lived closer so I could be there to see all her milestones. She is such a sweetie pie. You and Robbie are doing a fantastic job as parents.

Comment on Why There Will Be No Stokes Family Christmas Cards in 2010 by sarah

sarah — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 18:34:31 +0000

I would have used almost any of those pictures. Emily is adorable no matter what she’s doing. I loved them all.

Comment on giving in, giving up, and giving back by Kim

Kim — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 00:42:02 +0000

Hey Sam! I don’t think i’ll ever get it all figured out… but, i hope to try! Sorry we didn’t see you guys there, but I completely understand! Talk to you soon!

Comment on giving in, giving up, and giving back by Samantha

Samantha — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 00:18:16 +0000

Kim, I have to agree with you on this one. Ry is now 13 months old, and I still don’t have it together. Like you, I have working mom syndrome and my evenings are spent with Ry. I understand completely how it feels to be away from you child all day, then coming home to be with them and being exhausted after a full day at work. I had to do work from home a few weeks ago, after working all day. i would start right after dinner and for a week it was hubby putting Ry to bed (that’s my snuggle time with him). I felt so guilty for having to work and I felt like the worlds worst mom. I missed so much during that week, and I can’t get that back. If you find a way to balance everything, please share your secret! I’m still trying to figure it all out and still not miss anything with him!

ps–i love seeing pics of Emily! she is such a cutie…..we were going to come to the speedway to support Henry, but cranky kid + loud noise = very very unhappy kiddo (and a worn out momma!).

Comment on giving in, giving up, and giving back by Kim

Kim — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 20:33:43 +0000

YES! I will definitely attempt to do WW with you (on our own). You don’t have to rush to come down on the 8th, but if you want that’s fine. The 21st also works really well. Either way, we’re here! If you do come for the 8th, we’ll be doing the family walk (1 mile) as we’ll have Emme with us in the stroller.

Comment on giving in, giving up, and giving back by Sarah

Sarah — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 13:30:07 +0000

If come on the 8th, and I think I am going to be able to, I will walk with you in the 5K (if you want me to). I love this idea, Kim. You’ve always been good about participating in charitable causes. I think this will help you get back to your old self in more ways than one. Also, I think I am going to start doing Weight Watchers again (not paying to go to meetings, but doing it on my own). Do you want to do that with me? Maybe Mama will do it too…

Comment on Better than a Hallelujah? by Niki Murray

Niki Murray — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 02:51:52 +0000

Oh Kim, this is your best post yet! LOVE it! I can totally relate! I know exactly what you mean. I had a similar moment when Ashley was a newborn. And I still can’t find the right words to thank God for such a blessing. I think I’ll check out that song on YouTube.

Comment on A Mommy Challenge by Renee' Ashley

Renee' Ashley — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 23:55:41 +0000

LOVE this… LOVE YOU!!! ; )

Comment on A Mommy Challenge Revisited… by Sarah Ashley Byrd

Sarah Ashley Byrd — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:26:06 +0000

Well said, Stacey! Motherhood certainly gives purpose to one’s life. I really like that you wrote “loving purpose” and the comparison you made to becoming a butterfly.

Now, here is my response: Most of the best things about being a mom are selfish–the unconditional love from your child, having someone you can dress in anything you want, knowing that he/she is a part of you, and so on. I like who I am because of Henry, and I like who I am when I am with Henry (but that’s selfish too). I asked James what the best part of fatherhood is, and he said, “The best part of being a dad is the smile I get each morning when Henry sees me.” I get that too (and it is nice), but that isn’t it for me. I honestly can’t put in to words what the best part of being a mom is, so I’ll just say, look at him–what’s not great about being a mom?

I’m going to keep thinking about it, and if I do happen to find a way to put my answer in to words, I’ll post it. In the mean time, I hope lots of other people respond so I can build on their responses.

Comment on A Mommy Challenge Revisited… by Stacey Howell

Stacey Howell — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 02:50:36 +0000

Hi Kim! I love your blog….
I think the best thing about being a mom is the sense of loving purpose that accompanies motherhood. The transformation from a woman to a mother feels like as big a change as a catipillar to butterfly!
That probably sounds silly….and my baby is almost 12 now, and needs me less with each passing day. I still remember that tiny baby looking at me, and realizing that I was responsible for her well being…overwhelming! Wonderfully overwhelming I mean.