Have you ever tried to juggle balls? It is not an easy thing to do. There is a process that has to be learned, in
order for you to succeed at juggling. I
remember when my youngest son taught himself how to juggle. He first started with 2 tennis balls. He worked hard at getting down the rhythm of
throwing and catching the balls, then took on the next step. He succeeded, not because it was easy for
him, but because he practiced and was persistent.
Now take that same concept, as a wife & mom in today’s
society. Juggling….how many things are
you doing in a day? You first start with
2 items, your spouse and home. For the
most part, you are probably able to keep up with the rhythm that is taking
place. IF you are working, that is the 3rd
ball that has been added to your already dizzying schedule. Now add the new baby. You think, I can do this, but you are afraid
that something may fall. How can I keep
up with all my other obligations and still maintain the balancing act.
Here is my suggestion.
Slow down. The role of wife &
mom is the most important role you can ever have. We were designed to fulfill this role. Enjoy the times with your spouse. He will be the one that will be there, even
after the children are grown and married.
Savor the moments with him. He
should be your best friend and the one that you can go to when you need
comfort.
As you welcome the new addition or additions…depending on
how many children you plan to have; sit with them, sing to them, rock them, and
nurse them. Enjoy the infant stage, it
goes away too quickly. I know it seems like all we can think of is the next
stage in an infant’s life, but each stage is a treasure. Each child is a treasure.
Finally, take time for yourself. Indulge in that soothing bath, with special
bath salts. Take that nap, when the new
addition is napping, so that you will be able to meet the demands for the rest
of your day. Most of all, smile and
laugh and live life….it goes by too quickly.
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