Lately I have been feeling very grateful that I can be home with my kids. Recently I joined a gym and they have babysitting for my kids, which is very nice. I am able to peek in on them because all the cardio machines have televisions. There are a few channels that run a live stream from the kids area...so convenient.
While checking in on them the other day I could see Ian crawling around all by his lonesome, while the girls who work there were watching the kids but not really interacting with them. I know he was fine and content but I just remember thinking, "I am so glad it is only a few hours and not a whole day at a daycare." Of course, my kids are fine and dandy in there for a few hours but it made me sad to think of those kids who are in day cares all day long. They need there mommies loves and cuddles and attention. For the next few days after that I would relish the sweet cuddles before I lay Ian down for a nap and still do. I am glad I'm able to be there to put him down for his nap everyday.
I've had people comment to me that I am lucky that I can stay home with my kids. I would agree that I am very blessed but it comes with much sacrifice on the part of my husband and I. It is a very worthwhile sacrifice.
I really feel, especially in the world today, my kids need me at home. I need to be at the crossroads for them. I am so grateful for the divine role of being a mother to my children. I am also grateful to a husband who works hard so that I can be at home. Lastly, I am grateful for the gospel that teaches and brings to light the importance and eternal impact of being a mother. :)
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Hey, did you go back and edit some things? I read it yesterday, and I think it was a little different? If so, I agree with both! ;-) You know I am right there with ya! The things that are sacrificed now (mostly material stuff) will mean so little in the future. One day you will be able to "afford" all the luxuries of life (you know, when it is just you and Tyson) but "time" is something you can never save for the future. Time is now, and with no guarantees! Your children are only small once, and once they are grown, that is that! You might as well spend as much time as you can with those you love most! It is hard, no doubt, doing all the "mom-stuff" but it will be worth it. That I know! :-) Loved the post!
Your mother would be so proud, your sister would be too. Great post!!
This is so true. I also feel very blessed to be able to stay home with my kids (not that anyone else could handle them! lol). You are right, the sacrifice is definitely worth it :)
Well said. I can tell you by experience that it's worth it. You are living proof, Rachelle belle.
I appreciate this post. It is a good reminder to me of how blessed I am also. What sweet times we have with our CrAzY kids:)
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