Sometimes I really struggle with the reactions to the daily stresses. I have high expectations, which is always a main cause for my stress. I do it to myself.
But, when the kids all act up at one time, feeding off of each other, I really get upset, super quick. I fly off the handle, instantly.
Well, this is transferring to the kids, and they respond in the same manner with each other, and others.
I am really taking a hard look at myself, and trying to be better, breathe more, before I just initially jump in with a reaction in the moment.
I get so angry, so worked up, and really, is it that big of a deal, to be that dramatic?
I hate that about myself.
So, I’m a work in progress, but I consider it a “win” if I can make it through a day without using a single curse word, or raising my voice. seriously..
I also note that the kids are taking in EVERY single thing I say and do. If I say something, and don’t follow through with it, they make sure to point that out also. Consistency is a big issue with me. They know this. They take advantage of me forgetting, or letting one thing slide one time. So.. this has got to change within me also, starting today.
I had to ground Adam this morning, because I found his chromebook next to him, when I went to wake him for school. He was super tired yesterday, and today, it’s probably not going to be any better.
Austin is actually working really hard on keeping up with his reading, and I’m pretty proud of that! He’s been struggling, so this is a huge milestone for him. He’s enjoying non-fiction books, and love to learn about how things work. Reading will feed this desire for such knowledge.
Autumn recently selected a 365 day devotional book for herself to read at bedtime, when we went to Barnes & Noble the other night. She chose this all on her own, so that’s really great she has a desire to study God’s word. I have not pushed this on the kids at all.
Allie is just doing her thing, and I don’t have any issues with her, except April told me that she was poking fun at Austin for some books he was choosing to read. Peppa Pig books.. she was teasing him so much in fact, that April had to get onto her for it. She should know better than this. I still have to address this with her specifically, but I did have a general talk with everyone, stating that we should build each other up, and encourage reading, no matter what the book might be. It’s not nice to tease people, as it hurts feelings, and can cause someone to quit reading all together.
I really do feel good about where we are in life, and our obstacles seem to be getting smaller, and less intense. I hope it can really be that way, and I’m not just having a rosy colored glasses moment. ha
All in a Day 