by Audrey Busciglio

Created on: February 15, 2011

My dreams were fulfilled when my girls were born.  I have  been blessed with three beautiful daughters, that are the world  to me. Every parent knows the love that is felt between a parent and child, and mothers also know the deep bond that is present,  between their daughters and themselves. I love my girls with every fiber of my being, and think back on their entrance into the world with joy, and a feeling that God was looking out for us, and trusted my husband, and me  with the task of raising these gifts,  to be decent, kind, compassion, individuals, who would become level headed women, in the tumultuous world  they are part of.

Raising children is a very important job, that requires a willingness to be a story teller, teacher, coach, chauffeur, nurse, adviser, referee, and cook. Of course there are other hats a mom will also ware to fulfill the duty of motherhood. From  my experience raising daughters also comes with it a set of challenges, yet a lifetime of reward from the young children that emerge into  adults. I have always stressed to my girls the importance of being their own person, and always conduct themselves with integrity and respect. They have also learned from their mom,  that respect must also be a part of their dealings with others.

I have taught them to be free thinkers, yet obey the laws and regulations around them. They also know that it does not hurt to have God in their lives.  As they got older, I told them they should not be rebellious, but, stay true to their ideology as long as it will not hurt anyone. I raised them to be strong individuals, yet always remember that they should be extra cautious when dealing with the outside world. The buddy system is important when going out at night, and always watch their backs, because, that is just a fact of life. Never expect others to do their dirty work , but, ask for help if it is needed,  with appreciation, and thankfulness.

I raised them to take care of themselves, and never do anything that would hurt their bodies, or minds. They should never take abuse verbal, or physical from anyone.  They know they are responsible for their actions, and  know I  will defend them when they are right, yet still be supportive of them when they are wrong. I have raised them to put family first, and always be their for each other, especially family members who will be there for them throughout life's journey.  

I  believe that raising daughters do come with a set of challenges, yet is worth all the work that is put into it.  My girls are 23, 21, and 17. I look back on their baby stages, childhood, young teens, and now young women with pride, and love that has made me a better person. I know I have made some mistakes, and so have they,  but, that comes with being human. We have had a few hiccups, as time progressed, but that again is part of life. My daughters, and I are close, and I am happy for that.  I  am looking forward to their continual progression of growth, and maturity, and I am  thankful  they are kind, compassion, loving, hard working individuals, who are an asset to the world they live in.   

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