Wednesday, June 20, 2007

Thoughts


So, I have been thinking the last few days about life. I have a wonderful life. I stay home with my 2 healthy and wonderful kids. I have a husband who loves us and works very hard to provide for us. I have my family close by to offer support and friendship. As well as great friends.
But, I have been thinking and I guess comparing myself and my family with others. I don't feel in a bad way and not thinking myself better by any means. When I look at life and look at the lives of some of my friends I feel sad for them. From what I know and I don't have all the facts. They are working because they choose to. And they have said this to me. I don't know how you can stay home with your kids all the time. I would go crazy.
I just feel sad for them. They are missing out on so much. Life is very short and I think you realize that even more after you have children. But the time I get to spend reading, playing and cuddling with my kids is so precious to me. We don't have much by any means and I am so fine with that. I don't need things. I am not one that would spend lots of money on stuff even if we had lots of it. I like to be home with my family.
I am not knocking woman that work. I understand that some women love there kids but just aren't cut out for being with them all the time and some women have to work. Another things why are people always in a hurry. and why do they want there kids to grow up so fast? I am trying to slow down and just enjoy life.
I just realized this week what I have heard,read and seen a million times. Life is short. And money and things won't bring happiness. I think people need to step away and decide what kind of heritage and legacy they want to leave there kids. I know I want my kids to remember a loving, kind, special mom who did fun things with them and taught them all kinds of things and especially taught them how to love the Lord God with there whole hearts and was never to busy to stop for a hug and kiss nd would not put laundry and dishes before just being there for them.
I will keep you posted on more of my thoughts.

1 comment:

Amanda said...

I relate to you thoughts. It is challenging and draining, but nothing is worth trading this time for. It goes SO fast.