Guess I’m not so Mediocre!

I just received this email from one of my Aunts in Canada.  I don’t know why, but I wanted to share it with  you as it meant a lot to me……

‘I’ve been meaning to tell you that I think you and D have done something marvellous.  You appear to be in the process of raising a little girl that is a kind gentle soul.  To see her so brave and gentle with dogs she has never met is a true wonder.  And to be so willing to be a friend of everyone she meets is a lovely sight.  Even though I’m sure she was a tired little soul on many occasions, I never saw her throw a tantrum or act like a spoiled brat.  (I’m sure she can be a holy terror at times as all young ladies can be.)  She was a sheer delight whenever I was lucky enough to spend time with her.  Keep up the good work.’

Wow!  I’m humbled…..


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27 responses to “Guess I’m not so Mediocre!”

  1. maggy, red ted art Avatar
    maggy, red ted art

    Wow! Those are the lovely emails that keep you going :-) We all knew you were not a "mediocre" mum!!!!

    Maggy, Red Ted Art
    http://www.redtedart.com

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    Anonymous

    How lovely x

  3. @MrsLJHall Avatar
    @MrsLJHall

    Oh how lovely! Well done you and a super huge well done to your aunt for taking the time to write you that lovely note. We all think complimentary thoughts but how many of us bother to write and share them? Might think about whose life I can enhance with a little note of praise now xx

  4. mediocremum Avatar

    I'm thinking the same thing…we all second guess ourselves and a bit of praise and affirmation would go a long way….Now who should I send one too?

  5. mediocremum Avatar

    It really was!

  6. mediocremum Avatar

    Shhh! Don't tell anyone…if the word gets out I'm doomed!

  7. Erica Littlemummy Avatar
    Erica Littlemummy

    That's lovely. It's so nice when people recognise your efforts in parenting.

  8. Julia Ball Avatar

    She must have meant someone else!

    Seriously though, what a lovely note :-)

  9. mediocremum Avatar

    Very funny! ;-)

  10. mediocremum Avatar

    It's the small things isn't it! :-)

  11. Kat Avatar
    Kat

    I love emails like that!!! Way to go!

  12. mediocremum Avatar

    Thank you! Don't get many so was over the moon!

  13. Suz1pete Avatar
    Suz1pete

    hmmmmm canadians and americans are a little weird if you ask me……lol *runs for cover*

  14. mediocremum Avatar

    Who you calling an American???? That's a really low blow!!!

  15. Victoria Wallop Avatar

    That’s lovely. It’s rare to get such wonderful feedback, treasure it!

  16. mediocremum Avatar

    I have…thinks that is why I decided to share it!

  17. Muddling Along Mummy Avatar

    What a wonderful message – make sure you keep that for the dark days of parenting

    How great of your Aunt to send it

  18. WeeWifie @ WeeWifie& Avatar

    Awwww!! How lovely!! It's so lovely when someone takes time out to pay others compliments

    I love the holy terror bit too haha made me chuckle =D

  19. mediocremum Avatar

    No child is perfect and we had one almighty temper tantrum tonight!!!

  20. mediocremum Avatar

    So grateful she took the time! Meant a world to me.

  21. Merrymax69 Avatar
    Merrymax69

    Aww you should be proud!

  22. tiddlyompompom Avatar

    aww, what a lovely thing to write (and receive). guess your mediocre facade is beginning to fade a little, eh? :)

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    Anonymous

    What a wonderful e-mail to reveive. How Aunt must be a lot like you, as so many people are quick to step up and tell you all the things you are doing wrong, how nice to hear about the good things. Amazing, just you remembe those words. Wonderful indeed

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    Anonymous

    That is so lovely! How wonderful of your Aunt to write to you. A really beautiful gesture. x

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