House of Dorough

View Original

My Valentine


I remember being a young girl, dreaming about what it would be like to get a Valentine from a boy. Most years, even though I probably seemed okay on the outside, it was really disappointing on the inside to not get anything from a boy. Now that I have two girls of my own, I guess that’s why I struggle with this “holiday” because yes, on one hand it’s fun to celebrate and I’m always down for a party... but on the other hand, I don’t want my kids to grow up thinking their worth will come from another person who thinks they’re pretty or wants to be with them. I want them to know it’s okay to be your own Valentine. 💕
For so long I searched for a Valentine and when I was least expecting it, Wes D walked into my life and more than 10 years later, I am forever thankful. He’s the best daddy and husband. But he doesn’t define my worth, instead he completes my life in ways I could never explain. It took me a long time to realize I was already worthy of him. This is what I hope we can teach our girls.
✨Also, worth noting: Yesterday, Emmie told me “Mommy, I looooove your beautiful stinky body!!” And that is more than I could ever ask for. 😂😂😂😂
ps, @cocacola forever ❤️