We all try to keep our children safe. We do. It seems an insurmountable task at times. Yet, we still try. Sometimes it is small commands, "Stay on the sidewalk." Other times, life changing decisions, like ending your relationship with their father because that future seems so dim. Buying vegetables, distracting them from scratching rashes, sitting… Continue reading Serenity Prayer
Category: parenthood
I never knew my heart could hold so much and my patience could be worn so thin. The ups and downs of raising a family.
Silver Linings
(Originally written August 30, 2011) Well, I do tend to learn the hard way. But at least I learn. So, as previously stated, the writing was on the wall. But, hand to name-your-own-deity, it was terrific while it lasted. Here are my take-a-ways: 1. Be careful what you ask for. Sometimes you put little hopes… Continue reading Silver Linings
Bad Mom Syndrome
Grief... Today I spent a good portion of my morning, well, mourning the "what ifs" and "should have been" of my life. Staring at the dishes, the small dog hair dust bunnies, the pile of laundry that needed to be put away I was overcome with inadequacy while my almost-2-year-old ran circles around me. I have… Continue reading Bad Mom Syndrome
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