Accepting Yourself

We all accept ourselves for certain aspects but not others.  We like this, but not that about ourselves.  So, in this process that we are going through, I am learning so much about myself and what I like or don't like about myself or other people.  And I often think, if I don't love myself exactly as I am, how can I expect my kid to love herself just as she is?  Loving every part of her and at the same time welcoming growth and change?  I think it starts with me.  I used to think this was all about Kate.  And sometimes I think it is really all about me.  Because whatever I believe and whatever is inside of me will emanate out into the world.  And Kate is my mirror.