Today was one of those days when it seemed like I couldn't accomlish anything and nothing I did accomplish went right. I would dare say that most of my days repeat this pattern. And at night while I'm rocking Mallory I finally get a minute to reflect on my day. It was tonight that I started to think of each little mishap as a reminder of what life is like for my children. Here's what I think they are wondering throughout our days together:
-Who cares if I spill milk all over the dining room chair? It'll dry.
-What's the big deal if I want some candy at 9:00 in the morning? I'm still hungry.
-Why should I get wiped up after dinner? I don't care if I have ice cream sandwich all over my face.
-Why can't we run naked around the house after bathtime? It feels good.
It's at these moments when I try and recall what it was like to be young and I can't. Now I know that some of you may be thinking, "My word, it wasn't that long ago" but in truth it was. I have grown into a mother, a wife, and an example for my children. But when I look at my kids I cannot get over the overwhelming love that fills me. No matter how bad my day, no matter how messy my house is or how messy my kids are I love them. It's nice to be reminded of that once in a while. If you know me well you know that I can talk about my kids for hours upon end. I can tell you bad stories or funny stories but I could talk about my kids all day. I wonder what they'd say about me?
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
A Good Reminder
Posted by Stacy at 8:45 PM
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They'd say: "Thank you God, for giving me HER for a mommy. I know you didn't have to, but I'm so glad you did".
nikki
Thanks Nikki, you are too kind.
I stumbled on to your blog; it is very interesting and entertaining and makes me nostalgic. I pray you treasure each moment, the good and the bad, with those beautiful children. Your tender, loving words and the fun photos you share indicate you do.
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