We have been waiting over 2 months for this day to arrive and it’s finally here. Today is the Wiggles concert. Kade has kept a countdown calendar for 43 days as he patiently (yeah right) waited for what quite possibly could be the single greatest day in his young life. I am giddy with excitement as well. I cannot wait to see his reaction to seeing his heroes in the flesh. Ahh, to be a kid again - to experience pure emotion that isn’t tied to stress and worry, wouldn’t that be wonderful?
So that is my number one for today’s thankful thursday. I am thankful that this day is here.
I am thankful that Kyle took today off. He is currently at the park with Kade, which has allowed me to shower and shave, actually do my hair, and blog - thanks honey. He is giving me a much needed respite for an hour or two. This past week has really been difficult and I am worried about my peace of mind (but that is a whole post in itself - to be added to my growing list of posts that I have been unable to finish or even start for that matter).
Due to the events of the past week - I am just thankful. Thankful to have made it through another day, thankful to have what I have and do what I do. Just thankful…
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Erika,
Just remember that I am only a phone call away. I promise that things will get better. You are a great mom and never doubt yourself about that. Enjoy the concert.
Love
Mom
Erika,
So you know what your feeling is normal? What I read in your blog, is over whelming for love for your kids and husband. You are a wonderful mother, person, wife and niece in law. At some point and time all of us feel what your feeling. I admire your honesty. Believe in yourself. Know all your decisions are based on love and what is best for your child. I have always thought there should be a mothers manual, but that won’t work because no one situation is the same for every kiddo. Call your mom when you need a helping hand or a listening ear. Mom and moms in laws are our Lords blessings. Everyone needs a break and you are a better mother if you take care of yourself. Ok I am done preaching. But Erika you a such a wonderful person and what you feel at times is VERY NORMAL!! Don’t forget that. Have a Wonderful Day. Love and Prayers, Aunt Shelly
Hi I’m a new reader from Australia. I love your blog.
Being Australian, my 3 kids have grown up with the Wiggles and we have been to many concerts over the years. I’m sure you enjoyed it.
Tina
Erika,
Just wanted you to know that all of us mothers out here have felt what you are experiencing and it is overwhelming at times. Just know how many people think that you are a wonderful mother, person, wife and I am so happy you are in our family. You make my son very happy and my grandchildren will be better people because of having you for their mother!
I just want to thank everyone for their words of encouragement and support. I am very lucky to have such a loving family. Your words brought tears to my eyes and it makes me feel better to know that I am “normal.” Being a mother is the most difficult and tiring job in the world, but it is also the most rewarding. I guess I just have to focus on the rewards more.