You would think after 6 yrs of having kids that I would have learned some patience by now. HA... not even close. I catch myself getting irritated at the smallest things, even though I know they are boys and things are going to happen. But let me tell you... I had no idea that being a parent would be so hard, require so much work and need so much patience. Ryan and I have been watching the Baby Borrowers in NBC on Wednesday nights. And I have come to the realization that if that show had been on before I had kids, I think I would have seriously re-thought having kids so young. But at the same time, gosh I don't know how I would keep up with them if I wasn't young. They keep me going. That show cracks me out though, because it is full of teenage couples who think they are ready to get married and have kids. And just like I was, no one can tell them otherwise, so they joined this show to prove that they were ready. Well after 3 days of babies and 3 days of toddlers, I think they are rethinking the idea that they are ready.
I think it is a great idea for them to have this show... cause man I had no idea what I was getting into when I had mine. That show will give an idea of what they have ahead of them if they decide that having kids is really what they want to do right now.
Anyway, back to the point of the post.. :) I got sidetracked.
I am learning everyday that I need lots and lots of patience. I recently had a conversation with momma and she gave me lots of pointers and suggestions. Thank you! Gotta love that motherly advice. Even though sometimes it is hard to ask for advice and admit that you could do things different. But I have really been thinking about everything that she has said and it really makes a lot of sense. Wouldn't she be proud that I admitted that. So I am on my journey of seeking a calm spirit and the ability to enjoy my kids more than I have in the past. They truly are a blessing and are really good kids for the most part. I can't ask them to be perfect angels... lord knows I wasn't at that age. You definitely reap what you soe!
I asked my best friend the other day, why oh why did my boys test me. Her answer..... It was payback for testing momma when I was younger. Let me tell you, if I knew that I would have payback like this, I would have been the best child my momma could have asked for! :) Hind sights always 20/20.
I found these quotes:
"Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections, but instantly set about remedying them - every day begin the task anew."
"Patience and perserverence have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish."
2 comments:
girl, all kids test! they are something else but what a blessing too. ;) i'm trying to be more patient too and not let the small things bother me. i think i'm getting better! ;) haha
Listen, sweetheart, your kids are going to do you the same way you and Clay did me and your mama! It's part of life, so just accept it and go on! You'll do fine and Colton and Pierce will be just fine as well. They have two great parents who love them very much and it shows, so never doubt yourself. Like it says out there, 'kids don't come with an instruction manual', so everyday is a new learning experience for all of you. Work with it, learn from it, experience the joy of being a parent and always be there for them whenever they need you, regardless of their ages.
Dad
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