Top 10 things I've learned from being a Mom

Okay, so I've been "tagged". My friend, Dana, has passed this on to me. My job now is to make a post with my top 10 things that I've learned from being a Mom. This should be fun!

Here we go:
1. I've learned that being a Mom is way, way harder than I ever could have imagined.
2. If you think "opinions are like a#*holes and everybody's got one" you just wait till you're a Mom. Most people have many and they aren't afraid to let you know about them. Get used to it. Thank goodness that's not a physical possibility too (Moms don't get to spend nearly as much time in the bathroom as Dads do)!
3. I've learned to be much less judgemental towards other Moms. Most are doing the best that they can do with whatever circumstances they are dealing with at the time. And most are making decisions with love for their child at the core.
4. I've learned to choose my battles.
5. I've learned not to spend money on "good" furniture or clothes until the kids are grown and to not stress over possessions because chances are they all will be peed on, puked on, scratched, colored on, or otherwise damaged. You just have to accept that if you want to relax and actually enjoy your kids.
6. I've learned that childhood passes by way too fast and the time I spend with them is more precious than gold.
7. Considering #6, I've learned that it is also very healthy (and should be encouraged) for Moms to have some time away from their children to spend alone and with other people they enjoy doing things they enjoy that has nothing to do with kids from time to time. It's just good for your soul and makes you a better Mom.
8. Trust your instincts. Mothers generally do know best.
9. I've learned I need to be more careful about what I say in front of my kids. If you do slip up its very likely that your child will hear you and will repeat it in front of company and you'll be embarassed. Sometimes even innocent things can come across the wrong way out of the mouth of a child and you'll also be embarassed. I like to blame it on Dad (hee, hee).
10. The most important thing that I've learned is how incredible it is that you can love one person so much you think your heart will burst only to find out there is just as much love when #2 comes along, then #3....

I know tag: Debbie, Kelli, and Tangee