I’m such a mom. My kids made sure I knew it yesterday evening. I was sooo kaput after work, and I was ready to disappear into some room. That didn’t happen though. It seemed that everytime I sat down, one or the other of the three would ask me a question:
“Mom—do you want to see the shoes that I think are perfect for my birthday?” “Mom—put on my movie!” “Mom—what’s for dinner? You’re not cooking any sides with the chicken?” (sorry—thankfully hubby took over for me) “Mom—you didn’t look at the shoes yet!” “Mom—I pooped!” “Mom—I need something to drink. And my movie didn’t start!” It was truly a restless evening, which was not about me at all but at the same time was all about me.
Maybe I need to work on my household management skills, in particular, delegation. Yeah, that sounds good. (I need a plan.)
Tonight will be different. I decided that I will attend the kickoff bible study at Capital Christian Fellowship where we’re to delve into 2 Corinthians. This is new for me. I haven’t attended a group session for my whole adult life. I’m looking forward to it! (Evidently, God saw fit to give me renewed fervor. I’m still amazed at how he’s changing me.)
As much as I was overwhelmed with mommyhood yesterday evening, I appreciate every minute of it (after a night’s sleep). I love my family, and I prefer to have activity and life in the house--just let me catch my breath.
I won’t go on and on, but I have to say my littlest one, aged 3, was so grumpy last night. He was a little congested and very sleepy. In the end, he fell asleep next to me on the couch, looking very much like a giant baby. His teenage brother and sister laughed at his red pajama short-shorts. He’s got to be 3 ½ feet tall by now, and he’s heavy, but I lifted him and carried him over my shoulder. It is such a sweet moment to put the sheet over him, kiss his cheek, and say a prayer with him (even though last night he was so moody he asked me to be quiet—and quickly fell asleep).
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