Yesterday was a crummy day, but today was better. I was feeling tired and grouchy for most of the day and was impatient and snappy with my little boy. Are there other mother's who feel this way too sometimes? I know that every mother gets grumpy, but how do you deal with it? I cringe when I see how it negatively affects my boys and I can see it in their faces. Sometimes Moses will look at me like what's wrong with you mommy? I feel bad when I get impatient with my boys and and I find myself getting snappy. I hate being this way. Though there are reasonable excuses, I'm tired because I woke up 3 times the night before, once with Elijah, once with Moses(he couldn't find his blanket), and then Elijah woke up to eat at 5:30am, and I didn't go back to bed either. It's hard not being able to sleep the whole night through without waking up once! But I know that these reasons are not good excuses for a lousy attitude, or the frustration that I feel welling up inside when Moses does something childish. I had several talks with Moses yesterday about mommy's bad attitude and seeking his forgiveness. Children are such a blessing, they're so joyful and quick to forgive! Their love just flows out of them. Moses is always quick to forgive me, it's a powerful testament to me when I am slow to forgive someone. Additionally, the Lord keeps reminding me that I can't love my children on my own, whether I am well rested or not. I need to keep praying throughout the day for love and strength relying on him for what I need, and be quick to repent when I sin against my children.
Praise the Lord for his grace and mercy upon us!
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Ah, my friend! Here's a big hug -- {{{{{{{{{{Candice}}}}}}}}}}}
Yes, moms have grouchy days, too. Part of being human. But just like when we sin against God, when we sin against our kids by being short-tempered or snappish, we need to ask forgiveness. With little ones, all we need to say is, "Mommy is so sorry she's so crabby today. Let's pray that God will help Mommy not be so grumpy." And give him a big hug. Of course, eventually you may have a 5 yo saying, "Dear God, please help Mommy not be so mad." That's pretty humbling, but...
I love you, Candice! Praying for you!!!
Everyone is grouchy sometimes. What's important is that we don't rationalize it, but take responsibility for it, just like you did. I'm proud of you! BTW, I think I found your blog through Stephanies?
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