Being a mom has it's moments. Some are bad, as in everyone is throwing tantrums at the same time where I just want to lock myself in the bathroom and just cry. Ok, yes, I've done that. Then there are moments that are filled with joy beyond measure.
But then there are moments that are just plain hard. The past few weeks Jason and I have had to have some talks with Wyatt-some were easier than others and some brought tears by everyone. It's so difficult to see your kid hurt but also tell them they might be causing the problem.
I want my son to be a good friend. I want him to work hard. I want him to have a testimony. I want him to respect others.
Sometimes I feel like I have failed when things are hard and my kids aren't what I know they can be. I've done some reflecting and maybe they've learned it from me. FYI- don't ask for areas you need to be more humble because they will come. Motherhood isn't easy. Just when you think you've done something right a curveball is thrown your way and next thing you know you have sworn at your kid because "smartalec" just didn't fit the description. 😬
Motherhood is not for wimps!
But I had a good experience watching Elizabeth help me vacuum today. She used to just sit on the couch or run into the other room scared while I vacuumed. But today, she took her own vacuum and "vacuumed" the entire house with me. It showed me that things can change. Show them in your actions how you want them to be.
One of my favorite quotes is:
Teach your child everything you know. If you must, use words!
Motherhood is hard. But it's worth it when you see them grow to be what you know they can be.
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