So tomorrow is "I'm Yours Day." The first official.
I decided because I often find myself in that place of wishing I was doing more with my kids (I can get really engrossed in a project) or that "forever" searching after the balance in a mom's life of time spent with kiddos and time spent cleaning, scrapbooking, projects, on the phone....etc...
I used to be such a strong proponent of..."you cannot lose yourself as a mom, do what it takes to not let that happen." I still believe that you don't want to "lose yourself", but how about "finding yourself" with your kids. I am hopeful learning the guitar and learning how to shoot really great photos is still in my future, but I don't think I will "lose" that part of me if I don't pursue it right now. Of course there is good in doing what you love outside of your kids but I am just allowing some room for this being "their time" and also "my time" with them.
Christ also called us to lose our life for His sake, I want a surrendered life.
So, "I will be right there..." "In just a second" will be put on hold for a day. I want to just respond to them for a day. I talked with my dad about this and there is much good in being attended to.
No projects of mine, no calls, email, personal productivity, or personal projects....just some good play time!
I bought the biscuits and bacon for a great start to our morning!
Well, I see you in them - their caring for others, their tender little hearts, and adventure for fun. You are in them - helping them grow - you won't get lost - I see you.
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