Yesterday Isaac and I blew bubbles. It has been way too long since I've done that. I watched Isaac run around, eyes lit up, trying to catch them and being disappointed when he actually did. The bubbles were beautiful: crystal clear, sparkly, reflecting every color of the rainbow. I felt like the hopes for my children were being whisked around on the warm breeze, weightless as a sigh.
I spend too much time on things that don't matter.
Laundry.
My floor.
The internet.
Books.
I want to make cookies more. I want to celebrate each holiday with a silly craft that we'll throw away within a week, but it will be fun to do. I want to wrestle with my boys more often. On my unmade bed. I want to talk to them - have conversations with their mispronounced words and random topics.
But being a good mommy takes planning. And time. I'm going to work on both.
This is a big deal, people. I'm turning a very heavy page.
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4 comments:
did you just post last week about how you're an compulsive cleaner?
good luck sister! isn't it all true? balance, balance, balance.
You are a TERRIFIC mom - (way better than I ever was!), just be willing to drop what you're doing when the fun stuff pops up. You can't plan the precious moments (although I know what you mean about "planning" the crafts and such). Choosing to spend time with your kids takes a conscious effort to PUT THE BROOM DOWN and laugh with them. Easier said than done - I applaud your efforts to be there for them - you will not regret it. Like Heidi says - try to find a balance so your house does not drive you crazy either:-)! If you get this figured out let me know how you did it!!! Love you bunches.
Had to add something else - sorry. Excuse me but laundry, books, clean house etc. DO matter!! Just not as much as the kids - but don't belittle the time spent doing things that are necessary to run a household and keep you happy. Ok, now I'm done...
I love the way you think. And your resolutions are wonderful. You go girl.
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