I love having 2 kids so close in age! They, for the most part, play really well together and communicate in their own little way that I only wish I could understand. That being said...I have had to learn to let go of having a perfectly clean house and let go of having a living room free of toys.
My new goal in life...ENJOY EVERY MOMENT TO THE FULLEST!
Whether that be my kids pulling every toy out of the cabinet, throwing water on the floor during bath, throwing yogurt on their heads during dinner, or a quiet weekend away with my husband...I will let go of all my worries!
My mother-in-law gave me a sign that has been my inspiration...
"Please excuse the noise and mess my kids are busy making memories"
That sign hangs on the table at the front door where you will also find a basketball goal, a dinosaur, and a tricycle!
Another inspiration came from a sermon at church about fearing God and NOT man. I know now that my cleanliness of my house and my personal appearance is from my fear of what other people think of me! My desire to appear to have it "all together" was/is actually dragging me down!
I'm still working on both of these tasks and I have a VERY LONG way to go! But, I can do it for the love of my family. I'm no longer going to be the mom inside cleaning while my babies are outside riding the four wheeler with Daddy and "cooking" in Reagan's room! I'm no longer going to be as critical of myself and my abilities. That's a heavy undertaking for me but...check out these little lives...
Baking cookies
Outside fun
Reagan saying: "Come on Mommy!"
Sweet little boy
So worth it!
Not to leave my husband out either...he's had to deal with me through my craziest times! Could ask for a greater husband and best friend! He's my support and my encouragement to "LET GO!"
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