It seems to me that I learn something several times before it really occurs to me how significant that "tidbit" of information is.
For instance:
Over the past several months I have become less and less motivated and more and more frustrated with the simple tasks that accompany daily life. Dishes, Laundry, and so forth. (especially parenting... it's just zapping any hint of motivation that might acquire over the course of a night's rest)
I couldn't tell you what exactly happens to my time, and I especially don't set out to waste it, but somehow or another my days are spent generally trying to avoid doing what I just really need to get done. The very NOT getting it done just complicates matters.
But, when I make time for my priorities, whether that be Scripture Study, reading, writing, or whatever, I'm amazed that having done those things that fill my reservoir allow a whole different approach to take place. Dishes? Done. Yard work? Bring it on. Parenting the ever increasingly independent teen? Piece of cake!
Now to find the approach I can take each day to make it all happen. My guess is if I make it a morning routine it's going to be a great deal more effective.
Maybe, just maybe, my poor husband will start coming home to a happier and cleaner home at the end of his long day.
Love and Hugs~
2 comments:
A great reminder that when we, wives and mothers, take time to take care of our own needs - like spiritual, mental, etc. health - we are able to be better mothers and wives and are happier with ourselves.
Thanks for posting about it and giving me a reminder to make sure my priorities are in order, so I can do better each day.
Hi J. Paige Edwards:
Yes, I have a brother named David. And you are close with Mandy and Travis's cousin's name. He is Jason, his younger brother is Jared. You are spot on to my family! E-mail me at alisonwshepherd at gmail dot com and let me know how we are connected!
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