Jul. 16, 2007 - CHOAS
Today was one of those days. Lately we had fallen off the schedule boat therefore everything was falling behind. Isn't it amazing how one or two days of not staying on top of the housework things are crazy. The children have fallen into the habit of being very silly. I am happy they enjoy each other, but there are times when enough is enough. And of course I am approaching the point of being uncomfortable (or have made it there
). I knew it was coming, but really did not want to face it! If you have been pg you know there is a point when your back hurts no matter what you do. Mine is not to the point of hurting all the time, but one morning when I woke up it was hurting already. NOTHING was done that day!
Lately, school has not happened like I would like and I was puzzled about what caused this (other than my disorganization). Well, today was a light bulb moment. I have allowed the children way to much freedom and have not curbed the silliness. Our schedule had slipped because I do not really like to live by a schedule!
I LOVE making a schedule! But being discplined enough to stick with a schedule is very hard! I know a schedule is of the utmost importance if I am going to guide my children and myself toward the goals we believe are God honoring for our family. So I am trying again (I am sure it will not be the last time I start over) to work on a schedule. Any prayer would be lovely.
Today was rough! I normally do not think about calling dh to come home and deal with situations, but today I was very tempted! The two oldest were not fighting, but they were being silly to the point of not listening to instructions and not completing their work. What I really wanted to say was please go play! But I prayed and prayed God would help me through today. And of course He did! Although I realize the rest of the week will be tough also. I know I have to consistently discipline for silliness and not listening.
Good Night,
April
