As the flowers begin to bloom and my allergies graciously remind me of the season’s change, my thoughts wander back to the days of my son’s childhood. These reflections are bittersweet, filled with moments of pure joy and the harsh realities of today.

But let’s pause for a moment, shall we? Do you recall the first time your child looked at the world with wide-eyed wonder? Maybe it was the fascination with a crawling rolly-polly bug, the magical flight of a butterfly, or their first awe-filled touch of the ocean’s waves.

These moments, these precious snapshots of ecstatic engagement, remain in our hearts, reminders of a time when simplicity and joy were abundant.

I still find myself smiling at the memory of those tiny squeals of delight, captured in photographs now tucked away in albums—or, for some of us, boxes in the attic. These images are treasures, holding the essence of the joy our children brought into our lives as they discovered the world around them.

How Times Have Changed for Mothers Like Us

How I Process These Thoughts and Feelings

I keep an old-fashioned notebook with tabs for this very purpose. Yes, those with tangible pages you can flip through. For those who are more digitally inclined, options range from MS Notebook to voice-to-text features on your smartphone. Personally, the act of writing by hand, of pen touching paper, helps my thoughts flow more freely.

My tabs for spring are thoughtfully labeled:

• Regrets
• Joys to Remember
• Fears
• Self-Care Ideas
• What I’m Grateful For

You might choose to add your own tabs tailored to the feelings you’re navigating this season. Then, make it a practice to write a little each day.

Writing is not just an act of reminiscence; it’s a powerful tool for self-exploration and healing. It offers us a way to process difficult experiences and emotions, transitioning them from our internal world onto paper. This simple act can be profoundly therapeutic, helping to identify triggers, plan for stress reduction, and improve overall mental well-being.

Let Springtime Change You for the Better

Mamas, as we welcome the spring, let’s also welcome a season of renewal for ourselves. It’s a time to rediscover joy, to process pain, and to plant the seeds for a future where the beauty of today isn’t overshadowed by the trials of yesterday.

If you’re on this motherhood journey of loving a child with addiction and you’re seeking support, remember that you’re not alone. Together, we can brave the complexities of motherhood and addiction, finding paths toward healing and happiness. Reach out and see how coaching, workshops, and a supportive community can offer you the tools for a brighter, more hopeful spring.

This spring, take the step forward into a season of growth and renewal. Visit our site to learn more about how we can support you in embracing the changes and challenges ahead with confidence and resilience.

This stress can make us truly sick, physically and emotionally, which is why it is so important to get support and begin developing coping strategies RIGHT NOW. Perhaps you are feeling pangs of guilt or shame, remorse, sadness, fear, even anger. These feelings are natural and I can help teach you how to exist within these feelings, while continuing to love yourself and your addict child.