The Days are Long, The Nights Even Longer
As I write this, it is now after 4am. Tomorrow, or should I say today, my husband returns to work leaving me here for the first time since our new baby's birth, to juggle all 4 kiddos. I will be living on prayers and coffee, no doubt!
Now is a time of transition. The newborn stage is always the most difficult for me. This go round I am recovering from a repeat c-section, have a hormonal tween, two rambunctious toddlers and our newborn. I find myself wondering if I'll ever have anything more interesting than tween drama, potty training and dirty diapers to talk about!
I do know this time in my life is fleeting. Before I know it, they will all move on to lives of their own, leaving me with only memories and an empty nest. Of course, by the time Chase moves out, I may have a grandbaby or two to occupy my time.
For now, I am trying to cherish the moments as I can, find the energy I need to carry on day by day, minute by minute, and wondering how in the world I am going to fit in my business in the midst of our hectic lives.
My work keeps me sane. It helps to keep me connected to the outside world, giving me the opportunity to help provide for my family, while being able to be home with my kids. Being a work at home mom is NOT for the faint of heart. To be honest, it has been the biggest challenge of my life. I am only one person, and there are only so many hours in a day. At times I feel like I am being pulled in a million different directions. Yet when it comes to my priorities, my family comes first. So for now, work will have to wait.
Trying to find balance without losing my mind is now my ultimate goal.
I know I will find my way. I always do. But until then, I could use a few extra prayers if you wouldn't mind putting in a few for me!
Please forgive me for typos and such. At this point I am having a hard time keeping my eyes open...that said, his highness is up for yet another feeding and a diaper change. Hopefully I can take a cat nap before getting my tween up for school at 6am. Gonna be another long day!
Thank God for COFFEE!
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Jenn,
I do remember those days....if it weren't for coffee, I don't think I could have functioned at all some mornings. Prayers?.....you're in my prayers daily! I had 3 to keep tabs on and that seemed like too many at times. Now my nest is almost empty and I look back and cherish those days of spit up, diapers, & snotty noses....you would never have convinced me of it then, lol.
~Big Hugs!
I'll be thinking about you;)Just make sure you rest a little if they take a nap. Myself, I tried to do everything while mine were napping just to find out I was never finished before they were awake again! Just enjoy them and have fun;)You'll be fine, you are a GREAT Mom!
Steph,
You are so right, and I know you have been down this road. This time in my life is fleeting, and is bittersweet for me right now. We have had our last baby, and the reality of this is setting in. A chapter in my life is over. Of course, a new chapter begins and I am looking forward to the adventure and chaos it is sure to bring into our lives. Once my nest is empty I have no idea how I will cope with that. Maybe that's why God created the teen years, that way they are ready to flee the nest and we are ready to help them on their way, lol!
Love you, my sweet friend!
Teresa,
Thanks so much for your kind words and your support! :) The to do list is never ending! I have been able to rest some. My husband is such a huge help, and really is a partner in parenting. I am truly blessed to have him. He doesn't help just as a favor to me, but sees it at his responsibility as their Daddy. If it weren't for him, I don't know what I'd do!
Thanks again for your sweet comment. It warmed my heart!
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