The Life of Mom

I have good intentions at the start of almost every day -
to make it a good day -
to speak softly and kindly -
to get the house in order -
to keep up on all things that need to be done on my list -
spend quality time with my sweet babies and make wonderful memories -
to prepare nutritious and yummy meals -

But most days don't end up like that.

Sadly today was one of those days....
My kitchen is not cleaned.
The boys pretty much lived off of pediasure and crackers.
We barely made it through Costco to get diapers (since Maylee had one left) and I had to carry her and push the cart, all the while she was screaming.
My to do list still has things to be crossed off.
I didn't get to play with the boys as much as I would have liked.
Toys are still strewn about the house.
I was not so soft spoken when the boys were loudly playing instead of going to sleep.
I definitely did not speak so kindly when Maylee was screaming and Drew spilled his cup of chocolate milk at dinner.

I am grateful that children are so forgiving and that I get a new chance tomorrow. I am so glad the boys forget about my imperfections when I take a deep breath, go back in their room, get them the drink of water they requested, and tell them good night one more time. I am thankful for quiet time to rethink my role as a mommy and my special and sacred responsibility I have to raise these sweet babies who rely on me, watch me, and trust me every second of the day. I may not be perfect and I am still learning about this whole parenting thing, but I love it...and I love all three of my little treasures!