"They are only little for a little while" is a thought that has been going through my mind this morning. Cindy (my sweet "cousin-in-law" and awesome friend) gave me a CD once with a song by this title). I have never been the same since I first heard it. Thank you to whoever wrote it!
I was thinking about something that a dear, precious friend of mine said recently. She said "I can't wait to get all of my kids out of the house and into school". I am sure it was really a thoughtless statement in her haste to "get on with my life". And I still love her and she is still my dear, precious friend. And knowing how her children play and seem to love life, I don't think she is a bad mother. I just think she was venting her frustration with motherhood.
I am sure she didn't mean for it to affect me the way it did. But it made me want to mourn!
[ and no, it wouldn't be anyone most of my readers would know very well -or at all- this person does not even have a blog ....so don't try to figure out who it is (smile!)].
Is it society today that has pressured mothers into thinking that their children are a curse instead of a blessing? Why do we want them to grow up so fast? What can we do to make our little ones feel loved, cherished, adored? What can we do to make their childhood a sweet, memorable time for them (and us)? How can we make EVERY moment precious?
Which makes me think about my husband too. How can I make every moment I have with him precious? What if today were his last day on earth? Would I be sorry for how I spoke to him before he left for work? Did I kiss him goodbye?
9 comments:
So true! Everyday is a gift and we've been given so many blessings!
Powerful words!! Thanks for the reminder to cherish the people close to me.
So true Kim! I'm learning that lesson more and more. I think it comes with age for me:) Are we getting old?
Great post, Kim. I think maybe there is some societal pressures at play with this mentality. I know that there are times when I MUST HAVE a few minutes alone to regain my sanity and improve my demeanor....but overall, the LAST thing I want to do is shove my kids out the door! My heart is ever so much more at peace when my brood is safely tucked under the wing! :)
And all together, tucked under our Shepherd's wing.
Amen to what Tara, and the rest of the ladies, said. I'm one of the "weird" Moms who love Summer break, spring break and winter break so that we can all be together and maybe sleep in and just be ourselves!!!
That was so so sweet. You are a precious mother and wife. I hope you have a happy mothers day.
Mary Ellen
Thank you for all of your comments.
I too think age helps. You hear these things said by grandmothers all the time. I want to listen to their wisdom!
I agree with Tara's statement about solitude. Everyone needs it. Ironically, I almost took a little trip to Wal-mart tonight (alone) because the boys were very hyper today... and I thought a little time alone with daddy would be a treat for them. But exhaustion won the battle and I ended up falling asleep! Sometimes I stay up late just for a little peace (I am doing this as we speak; my little nap revived me!
I think sometimes all mothers *including myself* just need a reminder to stop and take stock in what's important.
Do you know who sings that song? I am putting a slide show together for my students and I want to include that song. If you could give the name or the artist I would be very apprecative. THANKS!!
Thanks for the post, Kim. I needed that little "drink of water". This has been something that I am trying to do - take more time with my kids...
You are such a great mom!
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