I couldn't resist posting this picture because the way Gracie looks is exactly how I feel! It's been a tough couple of days...err...weeks. Let's just say our garage has a nice fender mark to match the one on the truck. (Again, I'm so sorry Jody!) In addition to my reckless driving, Jody locked himself out of our house, the cell phone bill was atrocious and I can't get over a terrible flu-like cold. However, those all seem trifling compared to our most disheartening news...someone stole my wedding ring! We're praying that whoever took it may have a change of heart and that this sentimental treasure will return.
Yesterday was certainly an eye-opener. It occurred to me that when "Mom" is sick...she doesn't really get to rest. Poor Gracie suffered through the day with me trying to read her stories without coughing and holding her without falling asleep standing up. She wasn't feeling so great herself. After the fourth messy diaper and second bath - I had been thrown up on three times. After getting all that out of her system, Gracie felt much better. :) I, however, was still not quite up to par. Jody has helped out where he can - changing diapers in the middle of the night - so that I wouldn't have to get out of bed.
Being a Mom is the Greatest job a woman will ever hold - it also can be very overwhelming. It's hard to find time to do everything on your list. (And if you're like me, you love checking things off of your list.) For instance - a week or two ago, I asked Jody to help me come up with some exercises I could do to work on my legs. He suggested lunges and then said, "You could try doing some sit-ups too." (Now this is a legitimate suggestion - especially taking into account all of the Chips Ahoy Cookies I have eaten in the last five months.) Alright sit-ups...add them to the list. :)
I just want to say a big Thank-You to my Mom and all the many amazing Moms out there!
What an inspiration you all are to me!
So I was thinking, "Who takes care of Moms when they are not feeling well?" I feel so blessed because I know that our Loving Heavenly Father knows our thoughts, our intentions, and our hearts. And HE takes care of Moms when they feel like the world just might be too overwhelming for the moment. When bad things happen...and they happen to all of us - it's not because the Lord doesn't LOVE us. It's because He wants to see how we'll react. Will we make Lemonade out of Lemons...or let the sour taste in our mouth get the best of us? Our little family is so blessed. We're thankful for each day we have as a family...the sweet days and the sour ones too - because the bitter ones help us appreciate the sweet days even more.
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Ditto Brittany. I remember the first time I was really sick with Claire to take care of, and my mom ended a phone call with me saying, "Take care of yourself." She laughed and added, "Because no one else will!" It's true especially where we are so far away from family. (Though I'm still close enough that if I sound really really miserable I can get my Mom to make the drive up.) Being a mom is sometimes so, so hard, but the blessings far outweigh the sleepless nights and multiple cleanups after bodily fluid explosions. And I always just remind myself when I think I have it tough that I am SO lucky to have two perfectly whole, healthy children. Nothing is better than that!
I agree! Not a day goes by when I don't give thanks for a healthy little girl who continues to grow as she should. Such a Blessing - And one I should never take for granted! :)
Oh Britt, I love your optimism and faith! I wish I had some of your words of wisdom on a tape recorder so I could play it over and over when I need it. You always have a good recipe for spiritual lemonade!
And PS I am sure Jody doesn't think you need the sit-ups. You never have needed to and never will!
oh and DOUBLE PS-Is that pic of you in blue singing "Vives LIVE!"
That was a GREAT post! Very touching and real! I don't know WHY, we as Mom's feel like we have to try to conquer the world...EVEN when we're sick! I had that flu last week and I've come to the conclusion that-I GIVE UP! When I'm sick- I'm blowing up an air mattress and "camping-out" in the family room with Mason and we are watching Disney movies ALL DAY LONG!! SCREW THE DISHES!!!... Ahhh that felt better! :)
Hang in there Tait's!! Usually when a bunch of REALLY crappy stuff happens all in a row...It means something REALLY GOOD is just around the corner!! Can't wait to see what it is!! :)
My darling Brittany, As I sit here reading your post and crying, I want you to know how PROUD I am of you and the amazing woman and mother you are! As a mother now, you know how hard it is to watch your children suffer and deal with their trials in life. But it is something we all have to do in some form or another. I only wish I could take the pain from you but then you wouldn't learn and grow. You have taught me so much and you have a wonderful attitude. Hang in there. I love you immensely. Mom
You are an inspiration to me girl. You always were you know. I just have these memories of getting in trouble because you were always making me laugh during Beehives. Your strength and sense of humor are wonderful. You have such a beautiful family and your attitude of gratitude keeps reminding me what's most important in life.
Don't let this lemon go to waste, put it in a diet coke! We're sorry about the lemons, you guys make lemonade everyday. Keep up the good work.
Love, Gwama and Papa
I think true love kicks in for our kids when we are really sick and still do our best to take care of them. I'm glad you survived being sick. I'm sorry to hear all the other things that have gone on in the past few weeks. Just try to remember that the material things are definitely not as a big of a deal as they seem at the moment. They are just things.(Although I do hope you locate your wedding ring.) You are doing a great job with your family. We sure enjoy being friends with you guys.
I have to admitt that reading this post makes me o.k that I don't have a baby right now. Ha! Totally kidding. I'm so sorry you were sick. That couldn't have been easy with a child. Miss you!
Oh my goodness Brit, what a tough week! I'm so sorry bout your ring, how heart-sick that must make you. More than anything, that's such an outward symbol of your love for each other, and it's painful not to have that! I hope your weeks have gotten better recently...
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