I have three boys six and under.
I work.
I have a marriage that I value and want to invest in.
I have friends that I enjoy spending time with.
I am busy. Sometimes too busy. I am being pulled in all directions and can get overwhelmed.
My oldest son just finished kindergarten and is heading into first grade in the fall. He is in the system. This is the first of 12 summer breaks with him. 12. Thats it. That is all I get, and then he is off into the world.
As the mornings lag and I am tired, and busy, I try to remind myself of that; that this time with my boys is short and to invest in them. I jump in the pool and get my hair wet with them. Because, although I am tried and hot and bothered, I love them. I want to fill their hearts with hugs and memories of laughter.
I read Matthew 4:23-25 this morning and was reminded that Jesus is a God of healing. When I am overwhelmed of my to do list and raising these precious souls, Jesus understands that. He lightens my load and walks with me, encourages me and gives me peace.
Lord,
I love you. I am overwhelmed at times but I also know this stage goes so fast. I want to cherish it and be present with my kids. I am so consumed with my hopes and dreams at times I can miss the goodness of now. Thank you for being a good God. A God I can trust. A God I love. A God I worship. Amen.
Maryana says
As I go off onto the busy world on monday, reading this was just the boost I needed to get going. Even though I’m not a mom, it’s still easy to feel overwhelmed with life. Thank you for sharing this.
Mary says
Lydia it is very uplifting to read. When we trust God to guide us everything else falls into place.
Thanks for sharing
Ruby says
As a mom of a toddler, I can relate. Thank you for these words of wisdom. You are uplifting to me today. Thank you!
Robin says
I’m the mom of 3 young men. My youngest is 19. Living in the moment is so important. I adore my boys and can remember so many small moments because I was there with them. Love your thoughts and wisdom.
Cathy says
I am going to share your words with my daughter….they are inspiring words of truth. God is good. Thank you Lydia.
Pam says
Thank you for being so transparent. The struggle is real no matter who you are. We sometimes tend to rush through the best times of life not knowing that we will look back and miss it. May God continue to bless you and your beautiful family
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Brad Mikler says
Being aware that things are always changing — including my mood — and knowing that it’s temporary helps cultivate calmness,” agrees Robyn Waldeck, 40, a stay-at-home mom from Concord, Mass. A tantrum is going to pass, and that makes the moment more tolerable.