A Reminder

I've had a rough couple of days. Little things have seemed to pile up in my mind & on my heart & they have turned into big things. I am not handling it well.

I am, by nature, a happy person. I don't stay down for long. That's not always a blessing, trust me. But I don't like how negative I've been, even if it's only been for a couple of days. I can hide from the world, not answer the phone, not smile at people at the store, etc... but my kids; they have to deal with me.

I was checking blogs tonight & came across this familiar quote (thanks Bekah) that I really needed to read:


"Recognize that the joy of motherhood comes in moments.
There will be hard times and frustrating times.
But amid the challenges, there are shining moments of
joy and satisfaction." -M. Russel Ballard

I have not done my job as a mother the past couple of days. Yes, I have dressed, fed, bathed & even loved on my children. But there have been too many moments of inpatience & sharp corrections. They are so little. They don't need that. Our home doesn't need that. The Spirit surely hasn't been here because of my actions. I don't want to be the cause of that.

So I've printed this quote out, put it on my fridge, & vowed to try harder. My children may be a little naughty but hey, so am I. I don't always do what I know I should & I'm 27. They're 18 months. I am going to my best to focus on the "shining moments of joy & satisfaction" rather than the "hard times & frustrating times" so my children know that it IS a JOY to be their mother.

Comments

Liz said…
good job girl.
7:29 AM
Trapper and Suzy said…
Thanks for the quote. I feel the same way. Some days are just tougher than others and all I can do is endure it until bedtime. I'm grateful to Heavenly Father who is so patient and understanding of mothers.
8:09 AM
Melanie said…
I think you're an amazing mom Alisha! We all do have our momements that we're not proud of, we just try our hardest the next day.
Thanks for this post, and the quote!
(((HUGS)))
11:32 AM
Court said…
Good for you. Keep your chin up. You'll get through this.
12:27 PM
Diana said…
What a great quote! if it makes you feel better its not just you, I think its all moms. We all need a pick me up once in a while.
6:42 PM
Anonymous said…
I think we have all been where you are a time or two (or more, in my case). :) I think you are a WONDERFUL mom... I honestly mean that. You are doing a great job... motherhood is just hard. It's the best "job" in the world, yet the hardest. Hang in there, friend. I love ya bunches and am sending hugs your way!! Double date... SOON?!?!
7:12 PM
Ally said…
Let's see...I just threatened my 3 year old, my 6 year old and my 10 year old within the last 60 minutes! I think I needed that quote as well. Now I just wonder when my 13 year old is going to need me to threaten her??? No worries, just try harder the next day. Love you, Allyson
10:49 PM
Benjamin Hunsaker said…
that's so sweet, thanks for sharing. i think we all go through that and it's a great reminder to not. i like the idea of printing the quote. Also, for me the 18mo-24 or a little older stage was a little rough. The constant boundry/time outs, the tantrums, etc. I mean sure, she still has a tantrum but now she really understands choices, understands more, can talk more, understands boundries, etc. I've heard 3 is worse so maybe I'm going through a good phase before I get to the bad again. :)
5:27 PM
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