So this week I had decided it was time to potty train! I was doubting myself over and over again before we actually begun. I did some serious praying for my sanity and patience and that Sam would be receptive.
We are on day 4 and he is doing really well. The first day I said to myself "what were you thinking!?" but I pushed through it. When Sam has to go he says "mommy pee!" As soon as I hear those words it makes me so proud of my little boy. When he is finished we end with hugs and praise. He is so excited to get that hug after he goes potty.
This led me to thinking of how we love praise, big or little. We feed off praise. My Son will purposely go try and squeeze something out so that he can get that praise and hug. I want him to know that I will gladly give him a hug anytime. He doesnt have to go potty to get one. I think sometimes we do that with God and people. Go out of our way to make sure people praise us for things we did. We want them to know we gave them that present, we are the ones who baked the cookies. I find myself doing this a lot for presents. I got so bummed one time because I forgot a present for a shower. I soon realized it was because I wanted everyone to see what I did and how awesome it was. Everyone was getting praise for all the hand made items they did and well I didnt bring mine. I prayed that God would change my heart. I dont need a thank you card. I dont need praise. I am not here to please man but to please God and he knows that I found joy in making something, doing something, praying for someone or something and not in their reaction or others. I need to be humble. Thank you Lord for doing that.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
It's Late
Its Late. My kids will be waking up in about 6 1/2 hours. So why am I up? We had a few rounds of lets see who can cry the most between the kids. Just a rough night I guess for the kids to get to sleep. I love my children but its truly a test of patience on nights like these. This always seems to happen when Greg is out of town for work. Its a reminder of how much I need to rely on the Lord and not myself.
I recently finished reading a book called Though Waters Roar by Lynn Austin. Very good book and also convicting. Even though its a fictional book its written by a christian author who not only is amazing with her history but with her scripture and love of the Lord. Tonight as I started to become overwhelmed I thought about something said in this book. "I think you have gotten everything turned around, dear. You're supposed to work with God, not for Him. Let Him change you first, and then He'll give you the strength and motivation you need for each task."
I always thought I am doing this for the Lord and yes I am but I cant do it without him. I need his help ever step of the way if I want my kids to know him someday.
I also went to Psalm 61
1 Hear my cry, O God;
listen to my prayer.
2 From the ends of the earth I call to you,
I call as my heart grows faint;
lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
I am so very blessed. My children need me to be close with the Lord. He will teach me patience and love. This gives me hope. I can do this. I can raise 2 kids and someday more. Thank you Lord for the opportunity to be a mother. I am grateful!
I recently finished reading a book called Though Waters Roar by Lynn Austin. Very good book and also convicting. Even though its a fictional book its written by a christian author who not only is amazing with her history but with her scripture and love of the Lord. Tonight as I started to become overwhelmed I thought about something said in this book. "I think you have gotten everything turned around, dear. You're supposed to work with God, not for Him. Let Him change you first, and then He'll give you the strength and motivation you need for each task."
I always thought I am doing this for the Lord and yes I am but I cant do it without him. I need his help ever step of the way if I want my kids to know him someday.
I also went to Psalm 61
1 Hear my cry, O God;
listen to my prayer.
2 From the ends of the earth I call to you,
I call as my heart grows faint;
lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
I am so very blessed. My children need me to be close with the Lord. He will teach me patience and love. This gives me hope. I can do this. I can raise 2 kids and someday more. Thank you Lord for the opportunity to be a mother. I am grateful!
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
A good feeling
Today was a good day. I put on a pair of shorts I have not been able to wear since before Sam was born. This was a great feeling and motivation to keep going.
One thing that has been hard with being a stay at home mom is motivation. With not making money I would feel useless. Now I know raising kids is a full time job and we are very blessed to be able to have me stay home. Seeing myself lose weight AND how happy and amazing my kids are is motivation in itself.
What is my weight loss secret you say? Well I was on weight watchers for 3 months. That was really helpful but I decided to do it on my own. Work out at least 2 or 3 times a week which is hard with kids! Small portions. EAT BREAKFAST. Drink lots of water. Dont eat past 7. If you do make sure its a small snack. And have confidence that you can do this. Seriously it helps.
I am no expert but this is what has worked for me. I am feeling good!
One thing that has been hard with being a stay at home mom is motivation. With not making money I would feel useless. Now I know raising kids is a full time job and we are very blessed to be able to have me stay home. Seeing myself lose weight AND how happy and amazing my kids are is motivation in itself.
What is my weight loss secret you say? Well I was on weight watchers for 3 months. That was really helpful but I decided to do it on my own. Work out at least 2 or 3 times a week which is hard with kids! Small portions. EAT BREAKFAST. Drink lots of water. Dont eat past 7. If you do make sure its a small snack. And have confidence that you can do this. Seriously it helps.
I am no expert but this is what has worked for me. I am feeling good!
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