Now, regarding the post below, yes it was only six children and was a bit chaotic….but we survived. I do like think that experiences like that and caring for other people’s children do not really affect my decisions regarding my family. I mean really…there is no physical way for me to have a 13 month old and a 9 month old….with an additional 3 year old, 4 year old, 6 year old, and 9 year old (forgive me Camille if I slaughtered your children’s ages!). We could have those ages when we adopt more, but realistically we just would not do that to ourselves.
Something else that has been on my mind lately is the life of a working mother. Ah…the life of a working mother – where do I start. Unfortunately in the times we live in there are many families where it is unavoidable to have mom work in order to make ends meet or to make it so there is just that bit of extra to be comfortable. I do consider it a blessing to be able to work from home and am able to spend time with my kids without having to send them off to daycare. I get so jealous of those moms who get to just stay home. Wow – what would that be like!
I find myself wondering what I would do to fill my day if I didn’t work. I get jealous of moms who can just play all day, plan fun activities, go to endless playgroups, nap when their children nap, and even plan themed educational activities. I imagine my house sparkling clean and never running out of milk because I always have time to go to the store. I dream of getting to bed before ten and getting a good night’s sleep. I am grateful to have a job and am able to supplement Bryan’s income. It sure takes A LOT of stress of our finances. I just want to say what a blessing motherhood is and and there are so many joys in raising children…I just wish I had more time to do it. I am grateful for work and a job to do at home.
One day I hope I will be able to just be a mom or be at a point in life when I can work a little less.
I have edited my original post because reading back it did sound like I hate my life and my responsibilities, but I do love to keep busy and have my day filled with things to do – Even if I was not working I am sure I would find enough things to fill my day that I would still be wishing for more time to spend with the kids. I am SO grateful for a secure job that I can do at home that allows me to create my own schedule and still spend time with my boys!
**Please take note, if you are interested in working at home I will not be of much help in finding you work….I am so blessed to be in the situation that I am. If transcription is what you desire I suggest researching a training company and getting certified and then find a company that is hiring. I wish I could do more to help, but I don’t really know what else to offer!
6 comments:
Your gonna get arthritis with all that typing you do! I love that your so tiny you disappear behind your tiny child!! And i love your blonde hair! So cute. I hope you'll be able to be just a mom someday soon too!
Meg you are difinitley amazing. And I know how much you wish you could do more fun things with your kids. But I know that they adore you and are grateful for the time that you do spend with them. And you also have amazing children as well, which is a reflection on you! You do inspire me Ü
Okay, ya....I am feeling really bad right about now!
I am grateful that I don't have to work unless I want to but that does not make my job as a mom any less stressful. There will always be something that will try to take your time away from your children. I think women, especially Mormon women, compare themselves to others way too much. We see things from the outside and think we aren't doing enough. I have seen you with your kids and you are a great mommy. Here's to that someday. :)
So many thoughts on the subject, I am due to blog on the subject, I think I will save my long thought for my blog.
Oh I know what you mean. When I used to work on the computer at home I felt like I was always pushing my kids away or working till midnight or on nap times and always wondered about all the stuff I could get done if I didn't. Well now I don't work - well i babysit, but that's different - but I still wonder why my hosue isn't sparkling clean and why I can't play all day. being a mom is just tough i guess and it's definitely a balancing act...you're doing great.
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