However, I am not writing this to whine. I am not seeking pity and my intent is not simply release frustration (that is just a happy side affect). I hope this blog will, one day, serve as a collection of memories for my girls, so I am writing this because I want them to remember it. When they are each thirty-something, they will likely have their own families, frustrations, and struggles. And, I want them to know that some days are just like that. Some days are sunny, fun, happy, and full of laughter. Other days are not. Thats just life and it's o.k.
I have said before that I used to have a very "June Clever-ish" picture of motherhood and family life - until I actually had a family, that is. Of course, I love them all dearly despite the incessant neediness; despite the less-than-stellar behavior; and despite my own moodiness. But, on days like these, I find myself disappointed that we haven't squeezed every last ounce of family togetherness and joy out of our time. As parents, and especially as mothers, we put a lot of pressure on ourselves to make sure everyone is happy all the time, but that is just not always possible. Sometimes, we have to cut ourselves some slack and remember that, as I said earlier, some days are just like that and it's o.k. It just makes the good days seem so much sweeter!
Top Mommy Blog has reset their standings and I'm down to #66 - I really need your vote to get back into the top 50!!!
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