 I’ve always loved making lunches for my stepson to take to school. Even, as he’s started high school, he asksed me to make his breakfast with a boujee coffee to go in the morning, and a lunch to eat at school. Now, I realize that this is one of 100 things I have to do in the morning, and I know he was probably old enough to do this for himself. BUT, I want my son to grow up knowing his step mamma loves him, cares for him, and always tries to give him the best in every way. So I gladly spent a few extra minutes for my boy. PRO TIP: Use what you have, and what your kid likes. Don't make it more complicated than it has to be. Choose foods that you know they'll eat, and have a little fun with it. Shmoosh the apple slices into the shape of a heart, stagger the slices of meat or cheese, leave a note. Just have fun with it.
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  On the years where my stepson isn’t with us for Thanksgiving, I prepare Thanksgiving twice. Once for him so he can have a nice Thanksgiving dinner with family, and then I prepare a second feast on Thanksgiving day. It’s a lot of work, and it’s not easy, but I’d do anything for this child. Because of him… I’m a mom. I didn’t give birth to him, but he is my child. I take him to doctor appointments, go to parent teacher meetings, and make his meals. I teach him right from wrong, table manners, how to say yes ma’am, no sir and y’all. I take care of him when he’s sick, encourage him when he’s down, and I love him unconditionally. To all of my fellow step parents out there… I see you. I know how much you carry on your shoulders and the heaviness in your heart. Don’t stop. Keep charging forward. Keep loving that child unconditionally. You’re making a difference. Love. Never. Fails. Stepmom Support If you’re a stepmom and looking for support, I am a huge fan of Stepmom Magazine. It’s an incredible resource that talks about tough topics, helpful tools, support and encouragement. “Because even when it’s good… it’s complicated.” |
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