In the last few days I've had at least four text messages from fellow moms who are drained, exhausted, and overwhelmed.
They were weary and just needed a quick pick me up. I understand this completely as you know, I am also in the middle of the mommy years insanity.
You're Not Alone.
Today I got to work early and stayed late. Called and booked a few of the fams numerous appointments on the drive home. Brought the trash cans back in the garage, made dinner for tonight and tomorrow night.
And I did not forget the brownies for dessert. Just sayin'
I then Did 2 loads of laundry, all the dishes, cleaned the bathrooms. Holy smokes. We won't even get into that.
I Talked to my girls real quick about their day before I was back off to the salon to get my own hair done.
Which does not happen enough for Pete's sake.
Got in the car to pull out of the driveway .... five minutes late, of coarse.
On my way I still needed to pick up a prescription, fill my car up with gas, and pick up a sweet tea as requested for my hairdresser.
Tip- do not upset your hairdresser.
I put the keys in the car and it wouldn't start because guess what???
It didn't have gas.
Seriously.
I found that ironic.
I mean even my car knows when to stop.
Sometimes it feels like as a mom we don't get the option to run out of gas even when we know we are empty.
When I get to this place I remind myself what a blessing my girls are. I remind myself to keep going. I remind myself that I do not have to be a perfect mother. I remember the scripture that tells me today's troubles are enough for today... I remind myself that I only get one shot to do this...And that I'm going to blink my eyes and my house will be empty, quiet, and feel lonely.
No more practices to run them to. No more games to watch them play. No more checking folders or endless homework. No more school dances are Christmas parties.
We Will miss it when it's over.
Snuggle those babies God gave you alittle longer tonight even though you're exhausted. Read them one extra book even though your tank is on E.
Dear Lord, tonight I lift up all the tired mommas. Give us an abundance of energy for the days ahead. Help us to cast our cares upon you. Remind us we do not have to be perfect.. Remind us we are enough. I pray you help us to find time to rest, time to seek your face. Lord we know you are our source of strength. We love you. I pray we honor you with the children you blessed us with. I Jesus name I pray. Amen.
YOU MOM are far more precious than rubies. Proverbs 31:10
YOUR children will rise and call YOU blessed. Proverbs 31:28
"Behind every great Kid is a mother who is pretty sure she is screwing it up"
