We've had a chaotic day so far and it's only 2:30pm. Jacob is still sick and just whining about everything. He wants to be held and has asked to be rocked all day long. He hasn't asked to be rocked since he was like 10 months old.
Logan is just being Logan.
My dad was over today and could see I was getting frustrated. He reminded me something. They won't be little forever, why stress so much? He's 100% right. What's the point? What's the point at yelling when Jacob gets stamp ink all over his hands and desk. The mess can be cleaned.
What's the point of being so irritated at Logan wants to nurse all day and night. I'm going to blink my eyes and soon he'll be telling me not to kiss him in front of his friends.
It's not fair to my kids to be so stressed during the day. Who cares if I don't get the house clean during Logan's nap, spending craft time with Jacob is much more important. Who cares if my kids are wearing jammies all day because the laundry hasn't been done, playing outside with my kids is such a joy.
So I am trying something new starting today. No more stressing about the small things. It's just not worth it. I often get in the mind frame that my life is so chaotic and stressful, but it could be so much worse. There are so many people out there with real problems and I stress about cheerios being stuck in my rug.
I am truly blessed, now it's time to act like it.
3 comments:
Wow. What a great reminder to not sweat the small stuff. I was stressing today too (2 sick kids, whiny, clingy, while trying to pack), and your blog really reminded me to not worry about it. It WILL all be alright. And they are already growing up so fast. Thank you, Brandi!
I needed that reminder too Brandi! Everyone is healthy and happy and who really cares if the dishes aren't done and the laundry put away :)
Hang in there! You have so much to be thankful for..enjoy these moments! thanks for the reality check...was fun hanging out tonight!
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