Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Supermom, Real or Fiction?
I just put the kids down for naps, and I am sitting here thinking what should I do now. There are definitely quite a few things to choose from. There is the dishwasher that needs unloading, dishes in the sink from breakfast and lunch, almost every room needs some tidying up, the floors need to be swept, mopped and vacuumed. Our suitcases still need to be unpacked and everything put away, and of course there is some laundry that needs to be put in the washer, some taken out of the dryer and folded and some put away, I'm sure I could go on, but all I can think about right now is a nap.
I'm so tired. Ava had a bad dream at 4 AM last night, which made Gia think it was surely time to get up. Thankfully she understood that wasn't the case about 30 minutes later, giving me a little more time to sleep. Lately, sleep seems to be seldom and very interrupted. It's worth it, I don't want to sound like I'm complaining, because I know I chose to be a mom and a mom of three ages three and under. I really wouldn't have it any other way, but sometimes I just think back to what it was like when I could sleep not only 7 hours straight but 12 hours straight (granted, that was back in the summers of college, which was over 5 years ago).
At my Mom's Bible study group yesterday we talked about identity and how sometimes we tend to lose that when we become moms or wives. We are so busy trying to meet the needs of everyone that we forget to meet our own needs, and end up losing ourselves. I think I try to be that supermom you hear about, the one that somehow can do it all, and without any sleep or complaints. I tell you I am far from that "supermom" capability. I think we are accomplishing so much, even without being able to complete those never ending to do lists, and we need to remind ourselves of that. If we don't take the time to take care of ourselves, we become not only tired and worn out, but sometimes even depressed and this actually ends up shaping how we parent. I know when I'm exhausted and frustrated from not doing what I feel like should be getting done I get more impatient, quick to react, and emotional.
It's when I am more rested, get a shower (even if it is after Steve gets home from work), dressed (as a mom I have definitely had my fair share of PJ days), and have some make up on that I feel better. More importantly, when I choose to get up early and spend the first half hour to hour (even fifteen minutes if thats all I get) in my morning with my Bible praying and reflecting on God's word that my days seem to be best. I feel refreshed and ready to take on whatever comes my way that day because it's easier for me to remember I'm not doing it alone, that He is with me.
Not only that, but that He did not make me to be perfect - that is why God sent His son. I am only human, and not perfect by any means, so if I don't get it all done, it's okay, and that I should take that nap I'm debating about right now, because it makes me feel better, stay healthier and in turn makes me a better mom. What we are doing today with our kids may not always give us immediate results but will be reflected in who they become and who they are in 5, 10, or 15 years, and really does make it worth it. Okay I'm off to take a quick cat nap.
Here are some pictures of Gia I took yesterday, enjoy!
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I'm so tired. Ava had a bad dream at 4 AM last night, which made Gia think it was surely time to get up. Thankfully she understood that wasn't the case about 30 minutes later, giving me a little more time to sleep. Lately, sleep seems to be seldom and very interrupted. It's worth it, I don't want to sound like I'm complaining, because I know I chose to be a mom and a mom of three ages three and under. I really wouldn't have it any other way, but sometimes I just think back to what it was like when I could sleep not only 7 hours straight but 12 hours straight (granted, that was back in the summers of college, which was over 5 years ago).
At my Mom's Bible study group yesterday we talked about identity and how sometimes we tend to lose that when we become moms or wives. We are so busy trying to meet the needs of everyone that we forget to meet our own needs, and end up losing ourselves. I think I try to be that supermom you hear about, the one that somehow can do it all, and without any sleep or complaints. I tell you I am far from that "supermom" capability. I think we are accomplishing so much, even without being able to complete those never ending to do lists, and we need to remind ourselves of that. If we don't take the time to take care of ourselves, we become not only tired and worn out, but sometimes even depressed and this actually ends up shaping how we parent. I know when I'm exhausted and frustrated from not doing what I feel like should be getting done I get more impatient, quick to react, and emotional.
It's when I am more rested, get a shower (even if it is after Steve gets home from work), dressed (as a mom I have definitely had my fair share of PJ days), and have some make up on that I feel better. More importantly, when I choose to get up early and spend the first half hour to hour (even fifteen minutes if thats all I get) in my morning with my Bible praying and reflecting on God's word that my days seem to be best. I feel refreshed and ready to take on whatever comes my way that day because it's easier for me to remember I'm not doing it alone, that He is with me.
Not only that, but that He did not make me to be perfect - that is why God sent His son. I am only human, and not perfect by any means, so if I don't get it all done, it's okay, and that I should take that nap I'm debating about right now, because it makes me feel better, stay healthier and in turn makes me a better mom. What we are doing today with our kids may not always give us immediate results but will be reflected in who they become and who they are in 5, 10, or 15 years, and really does make it worth it. Okay I'm off to take a quick cat nap.
Here are some pictures of Gia I took yesterday, enjoy!
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Monday, September 17, 2007
Rainboots and Beanies!
So this morning was Ava and Mateo's first day of Preschool. One of those moments that shows that they are truly growing up, it just breaks a piece of my heart, and to think how many more of these we have to go through, how on earth does a mom's heart survive it all?
They did great and we had no tears (well accept from me of course after I was out of their sight!). I let them pick out what they wanted to wear and although Ava just wanted to go with her shirt and boots, not pants or skirt I some how managed to explain that panties just don't work at school and we got a skirt picked out. Mateo went for his pirate shirt and favorite beanie! Luckily the New Mexican heat wasn't in full force today and he won't be sweating bullets. I just can't believe how big they are! I will try and take more pictures when I pick them up, they were eager to go to their classrooms and so wouldn't allow for many pictures this morning.
I must admit though it is nice to have some quiet time this morning. Gia is napping so I have time to read the Bible, pray and get some things done like type this blog without any interruptions. Thank you Lord, for these milestones in our lives, they are blessings!
They did great and we had no tears (well accept from me of course after I was out of their sight!). I let them pick out what they wanted to wear and although Ava just wanted to go with her shirt and boots, not pants or skirt I some how managed to explain that panties just don't work at school and we got a skirt picked out. Mateo went for his pirate shirt and favorite beanie! Luckily the New Mexican heat wasn't in full force today and he won't be sweating bullets. I just can't believe how big they are! I will try and take more pictures when I pick them up, they were eager to go to their classrooms and so wouldn't allow for many pictures this morning.
I must admit though it is nice to have some quiet time this morning. Gia is napping so I have time to read the Bible, pray and get some things done like type this blog without any interruptions. Thank you Lord, for these milestones in our lives, they are blessings!
Sunday, September 9, 2007
Happy Birthday Honey!
Today is Steve's birthday and we unfortunately are not there to celebrate with him, but will gladly make up for it after we get back Friday. We are so blessed to have him in our life. God has truly blessed me with the best husband by far and the kids with the most incredible and amazing father.
Happy Birthday Honey!
We wish we were there with you to wake you up with our Happy Birthday song, some yummy homemade strawberry scones and presents. We love you and appreciate you more than you will ever know! We cannot imagine our life without you. Thank you for the everyday things you do to make us happy, they do not go unnoticed. Thank you for working so hard for us. Thank you for leading us in an abundant life, and for making us laugh all the time. Thank you for choosing us first before work, activities, or friends. Thank you for loving us, praying for us, and making sure we are never short on hugs or kisses, stories at bedtime for the kids, and good conversations with me ( I love our "we should be sleeping not talking while we can talks"). We love you and cannot wait to see you! Happy Birthday!!
14326!!!
We Miss You!
Saturday, September 1, 2007
Home Withdrawls
Top Ten Things We Miss in New Mexico.
10. Our house.
9. K Love radio
8. Photoshop and adobe bridge
7. a working cell phone (although it doesn't work in our house)
6. The non humid weather (although not the heat)
5. Breakfast Burritos from Golden Pride.
4. Sagebrush Community Church
3. our beds
2. Friends and Family
1. Steve
I don't have my camera software or photoshop here, so I haven't been able to convert my pictures from RAW to JPEG but Steve is going to send me it soon hopefully and I can update with some of our vacation pictures, but you can be sure there will be quite a bunch to look at as soon as I do.
10. Our house.
9. K Love radio
8. Photoshop and adobe bridge
7. a working cell phone (although it doesn't work in our house)
6. The non humid weather (although not the heat)
5. Breakfast Burritos from Golden Pride.
4. Sagebrush Community Church
3. our beds
2. Friends and Family
1. Steve
I don't have my camera software or photoshop here, so I haven't been able to convert my pictures from RAW to JPEG but Steve is going to send me it soon hopefully and I can update with some of our vacation pictures, but you can be sure there will be quite a bunch to look at as soon as I do.
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