is hard.It's been an especially tough week, I've lost my temper several times and have needed lots of support to get back to the joy of mothering.
B is a talkative fella, extremely smart and his motor is constantly running. Couple his high activity level with too much backtalking and disobedience, and I was at my end. My dear friend, SoulSisterM, listened to me cry and helped me gain perspective and enthusiasm for keeping on. Later in the evening, SuperDaddy took over parenting duties as soon as he got home from work. I was emotionally spent and physically worn out. I called my Dad (who is also a SuperDaddy) asking for help from him and my mom the following afternoon.
With the support of friends and family who were kind enough to listen to me whine and make great suggestions, SuperDaddy and I made some adjustments to our rules and procedures to get our little guy back on track. I'm also making a more concerted effort to spend quality one-on-one time with B. With a 3 yr old in the house and B in school, it's a little tricky!
I am reminded
-how much I rely on friends and family in the tough times. And how reliable they are, amazing.
-that I'm a better mom when I take care of myself and take little breaks from mothering.
-that I am still learning how to mother 2 kids.
-that these children are so special, even in the hard times.
-that SuperDaddy and I make a pretty good team.
-that this is my highest calling, to be B and SJ's mom. God entrusted them to ME, He has a plan for us.
5 comments:
I love that in our weakness He is strong! And He uses these trials to get us back to dependence! Love the team work--- what a blessing! Not sure what i would do on some days if I wasn't on a great team over here :) Keep taking those breaks girl!!!
Being a mom is so hard and rewarding at the same time! You are an AMAZING mother! I'm glad that you know to reach out and to take breaks. It really does benefit your children when you take care of yourself. You're a smart cookie and full of mommy knowledge (in our short time knowing one another I have already learned so much from you). But even the strongest moms need breaks. So forgive yourself and know that you are only human. I hope we can get together soon! I'll be thinking about you girlfriend!
I think you are a wonderful mom and you have given me some very wise little nuggets of advice over the past couple of years. Having a high energy/strong willed child myself, I understand the frustrations involved.(I have been told that these spirited children who keep us on our toes grow up to be delightful adults) Keep up the good work!
You go, girl! I hope the days are getting better! Those slumps stink but thank goodness they come & go! Hang in there! You're great!
Hey! I'm checking blogs to keep my mind off of our social worker coming over in 25 minutes for our home study. Your two babes are so dang cute!
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