My son Lance is at a very cute stage right now. He’s beginning to scoot around the living room and rolling over. His older sister Eden gets very excited when he rolls and exclaims, “He’s rolling!” in a loud voice. She also yells, “He’s awake!” when she hears him cry after his nap. She enjoys his company, and sometimes if he naps a little too long for her liking, she informs me that he’s awake even when he isn’t.
My kids are my biggest little blessings, along with my husband. I experience my little blessings all day, every day. Sometimes I forget that they are blessings. I might get stressed and overwhelmed with their constant needs and attention. But when I pause and really think about it, I wouldn’t want it different. This is being a mom, and it’s the best feeling in the world.
Regardless of the areas of life that are incomplete or need improvement, the blessings we have make our lives rich. I don’t want to get so focused on a goal ahead that I don’t notice the special treasures at my feet.
Today I was holding Lance and he was grinning up at me just before he planted an open-mouthed kiss on my cheek. These moments are precious, and the sacrifices I make for my kids more than worthwhile. I can enjoy the moment, and let the future rest now and then.
And remember, you are adopting a healthy lifestyle so you can enjoy your little blessings for years to come without the physical problems that unhealthy lifestyle creates. Plus teaching those healthy habits to your children.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Barb 100%! Being healthy and 'thinner' makes such a difference in the time we can spend with our kids. Also, it is so easy to want to give those 'little blessings' treats because we love them so much. I'm learning that BECAUSE I love them so much I need to give them the right kinds of treats that will help them to have a happy healthy life! That is one way to show them how thankful we are for them.
ReplyDeleteI totally relate! Kids are the best!!! In a similar thought, I remember a WW consellor telling us not to wait until we have lost all our weight to have fun with new clothes, or to attempt to look nice. We should enjoy life right now even as we strive for a goal for the future.
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