I usually document in this space the highlights of our family life, things I am passionate about or inspired by, things I can look back and remember the essence and usually the goodness of whatever season of life we are in at that time. On the other side of that coin I also value vulnerability, transparency and true expressions of growth throw difficult and challenging times.
So today I don't have cute Ava pictures to post, baby preparations to discuss or other light hearted thoughts to share. To be honest, last week was a hard week. Ryan's working longer hours with a work deadline rapidly approaching. Ava and I have had some not good times together last week. We've had more melt downs, limit testing, bedtime shenanigans, and saying my patience has been worn thin feels like even a nice way to put it. I am feeling my body slowing down as this pregnancy is reaching the final stage, hormones are leaving me more emotional, getting good sleep can be challenging. I haven't been the best me or mommy me that I wanted to be last week. Parenting brings out the best in us but also the weakest parts of us.
I know these times ebb and flow. The end of the week things have started to improve. I am finding my stride again with patience and consistency in the parenting department. I am thankful for new week, even if today already had some car troubles and change of plans for our day, its still off to a better start. We are gritting our teeth and ready to get through this week, We won't see Ryan much during waking hours and can't wait till this time next week when this deadline should be in the books for 2013.
Our memory book for this season of young family life - The days can be long but the years will be short, tucking away our golden moments to keep us anchored in the magic of now and the messes that come with it too.
5 comments:
I pray the easier days come soon and that you can see a light at the end of the tunnel! Rough days sure aren't fun but they make me appreciate the good ones so much more! I'm so glad I have mommy friends like you to get me through the not-so-fun days. Love ya!
Thinking about you this week! I'm sorry you have had a tough time lately & pray that this week will be easier and smoother! Hopefully Ava will be happy to "listen & mind" and your patience won't be tested as much. Praying for peaceful sleep for you this week...good sleep seems to help make the tough times a little easier! Love you guys!
I love being pregnant together, but also sometimes feel bad that I am not the supportive friend I would like to be. Thanks for being there for me last week, and reminding me not to go "to the dark side". :)
Boo, wish I was close enough to come pick up Ava for a slumber party to give you a little break. Or at least bring you over a DP! I encourage you to take advantage of your "village" and let someone help you with Ava or whatever else you need....I know as a Mama it's hard to ask for help and it's also hard to let our babies out of our sight for a little bit, but it's so good to let ourselves get refueled when we need it...and that's not a selfish thing to do. It's also good for Ava to see the body of Christ BEING the body of Christ and ministering to each other. You are such a giver; I hope that you'll use this season of life to let others give to you, too. :) You have really been on my mind this week, and today as I read your post I know why. I've already been praying for you, and now I know the specifics to ask for. Hugs from TX.
Thanks sweet friends, Your encouraging comments were all a balm to my spirit in different ways. I love each of you and thank God for the ways he has connected our paths.
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