I LOVE YOU, and Nate, thanks for always being ok with me when I dont have time to get myself ready for the day, and loving the way I look without make-up, thanks for not getting upset with me if the house is a disaster when you get home from a long day at work and school. Thank you for your continuous hard work in providing for your family! We love you
Monday, October 5, 2009
Just wondering
Lately I have been feeling a little overwhelmed with all the duties I have to fulfill! Why is it that we as women, wives, mothers, daughters, and caregivers, feel as though we have to be "SUPER HEROS" in a sense? I only have 1 child so far but between the poopy diapers, tantrums, messes, playing time, laundry, household cleaning, and being a loving understanding wife to my AMAZING husband, I feel I have no time left over for me! I always swore I would never be one of those mothers that never took time for herself. Now after 14 months of being a stay-at-home-mom, I am finding myself throwing my hair back in a ponytail, never putting make-up on, and wearing lounge around clothes that can get dirty with baby boogers, smeared food and who know what else! I adore being a mom, and I am very lucky that I have the opportunity to get to stay home and raise my child, but I still feel that I am not able to get all my duties completed throughout the day. So my question is, are there any other mothers out there that sometimes feel the same way I do? Its hard to be a SUPER HERO. Coasten
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I find that I go through phases ... so maybe your funk will pass ... sorry, that's probably not very helpful. If you need a reason to put on some makeup and get out of the house, come over to my house and we can have pbj and watch a little Glee or something :) You are gorgeous and a great mom. Don't be too hard on yourself! You are doing a great job. It's a thankless job. Coast is never going to say "thanks mom for changing my poopy bum!" but when he laughs or does something sweet you know you're on the right track!
ReplyDeleteI had just one kid once and now i have 4 let me tell you from one mother to another :) You HAVE to take at least one day a week one hour or a couple of hours where you physically leave the house and only take care of you. It is easier said then done but if you want to be the best mother and wife for your self and your family you have to do it. Trust me life wont seem so overwhelming as often :) if you do it.
ReplyDeleteShan you are amazing and you certainly are a super hero to Nate and Coasten!! Keep on keepin' on! Please come over and play at our house soon, the kids and I would love it!
ReplyDeleteYou're amazing! I just have me & Jace and I find myself overwhelmed at times. You look great in all your photos.
ReplyDeleteI hear ya! Sometimes even if you do have some time during the day, there's so many other things to do than get ready and the day is over before you realize you're still in your pajamas and haven't even washed your face. I think it does get easier as the kids get a little older ... at least for me. Now Kate is much more entertained by herself and doesn't need as much attention ... hopefully Coasten will be the same way. Just know we love you and understand what you're going through!
ReplyDeleteShana - I have been wondering the same thing!I have been working from home and taking care of Jaxon and it is hard! I understand what you are going through! Let me know when you figure out how to do it all and then let me know! :)
ReplyDeleteShana, I FEEL for you lady-let me tell you!! I remember what it was like with just one little baby and those were difficult days. They were long, repetitive and just plain HARD! I think the mother of one child is amazing. You have to be their constant companion/playmate, which is fun and wonderful, but it is time consuming and you never get anything else done. You're awesome, Coasten is SO dang adorable and it will get easier, I promise. Your hubby is amazing to do a spa day for you. How cute is that?! Enjoy it, and have a great day! ((hugs))
ReplyDeleteShana your not alone and i think it is totally normal to feel what you are feeling! I go through that sometimes. I know that once payton got a little more self sufficient it was easier to get some ME time in.... then came along Kennedy! So it doesnt get easier, just try to think your babies are only in your home for 18 years of their lives. Then they become visitors... we will miss these times then! You are an awesome MOM!!!
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