Sometimes, I absolutely feel like that little engine that could in the famous storybook. I just have to keep telling myself “I think I can.. I think I can.. I think I can..”
There are “seasons” of parenting these lovely little ones. I’m going through a season of a change right now.
I’m discovering that, at one time, it was so easy taking the kids here or there, and they all had a good time, once they got there. I always liked taking them places, getting them exposed to fun, making memories, and create traditions for our family.
Now, it’s not so easy peasy. I have 1 kid that says “YES”, 2 kids that say “absolutely not”, and 1 that says “meh.” ugh.. I get so tired of trying to please everyone, when I am the one who really wants to go to the things. I just need to sit back, evaluate the needs of my kids, try to make life as fun as I can, but it might just mean doing less of the things.. If the kids are content just being home, playing, watching a movie, playing some video games together, not isolated and alone, but actually playing with each other, then I suppose I should support that right?
I have a very difficult time sitting around, being idle at home. But, I am going to start making the most of that time, IN THE KITCHEN.
I love experimenting with new recipes, so I will try to get back into the baking / cooking again.
Down time doesn’t mean it’s a boring time. I need to realize that..
All in a Day 