Time out!
No, its not what you think. Its not the " time out!" that I am constantly yelling at my kids.....today I realized how important it is to take a time out for me.
Life has been nothing short of crazy around here lately. I have been home alone with a 2 year old and a 4 year old for over a week. The "new" house is a wreck with no end in sight and I am freaking out because our new little baby will be here in just a couple of months. These things have absolutely consumed my life, making me that "mean mommy" who is short on patience and always yelling at her kids. So, today I decided that I have had enough! While talking to a good friend today...in my freak out mode...she reminded me of what I have. I have a loving husband who would do anything for our family, 2 precious girls who are active and healthy, and roof over my head. Honestly, what more could I ask for? How selfish I have been for stressing out about these things. Yes it is hard to be alone with the girls...but they are little for only a short time and then they will grow up and want nothing to do with mom. Yes, the house is a wreck, but it is still livable and who cares if the floors are concrete and the fireplace is STILL half done...the beds are warm, the food is good, and roof keeps us dry. And yes ,the baby is coming soon....but all he needs to know is that his family loves him and can care for him, he will not care what the house looks like.
Today the girls and I took a walk to the mail box. We filled our pockets with "ear corns" (Acorns), looked at every pretty rock, watered all the wild flowers we saw, looked for snakes, and just enjoyed each other. I did not hurry the girls along or worry that we were taking too much time because I had things to do...I just enjoyed them. What a blessing!
Friday, September 19, 2008
Time Out!
Posted by Eric and Melissa Bringhurst at Friday, September 19, 2008
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Thanks for keeping it in perspective sis! I loved it and am now on a mission to take time out too :)
You guys are still alive! Im sorry you feel like your life is so chaotic! I wish we lived closer so the girls could play with the boys to give you a break! Hang in there!
I SO needed to hear that! It's so easy to get carried away with all the "to-do's" and the craziness of life, but you're right: we have so many blessings and should count them everyday. Thanks for the reminder, and try to keep smiling- you're not alone!
Thanks for reminding me how important the small things are. I heard it in conference too. You are a wonderful Mommy!! I love and miss you tons. I wish I were there to help, we could be single mommies together. Love you
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