I am living this lesson as we speak. Just a few short weeks ago I became a mother to my first son and second child.
Since I've been on maternity leave from work I've been thinking I can do this! Great attitude, right? It is as long as I remember that its ok if...
The laundry doesn't get done ASAP
The dishes sit in the sink just a little longer
The house is not spotless.
My toddler wears no shoes and they are dirty
Being a full time stay at home mom is new to me. I am trying it out while on leave from work. I now know it is very challenging for my mind. I am a go getter and I love to get things I set out to do done. HOWEVER, making the adjustment to two children is not done in one day.
I kept telling myself to be a "good" mother and wife I must complete everything I set out to do. M.. very wrong. God has showed me. He takes the weak and makes them strong. He calls the sinner. God does not call the strong because they are already perfect. I am learning that through God I can accomplish anything. He is also coincednetly showing me that it's ok if I do not get my to-do list done. What is important for me as a mommy and wifey is to be there for my family.
So I have tore down the perfect wife and mommy badge I tried to wear. I know sport the I love who I am shirt. I don't care if I'm not the perfect woman to the world, as long as my Heavenly father is pleased with me than so am I.
Tips:
Counting to three and just breathing when things are stressful
Keeping a smile on my face when chaos arises (its hard to get mad if your smiling :)
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