Today is the first full day of school. Summer flew by. I think every year it goes faster and faster. Dalton is a freshman and Bobbye Sue is in middle school - 6th grade this year. I don't know where my babies went.
For many years, I have celebrated two New Years a year. This may sound insane to some people, but Mamas everywhere know what I'm talking about. It's a big change to go from the lazy summer mode to that full force school mode. Not only do your kiddos have to get back into habit of going to school; many times you have to reestablish bed times, you may have to look at their chore list and see if they need to be revamped, and perhaps most important you have to reign in supper time. It's been a fun summer; eating whatever you want whenever you want and often time wherever you want (ex. in front of the TV). But it is time to star planning supper and eating together as a family at a more set time. It's an exciting time of the year for me. Because it's a kick start thee motherhood in where it may have became stale and repetitive. I want my kids to know I'm 100% for them. My job as a mama is to love them, encourage them and make sure that they know how precious they are not only to me, but that they are even more precious to God.
So with that, I wish you all a Happy New School Year!
So, a few weeks ago we were have a transportation issue ~ surprise,surprise. Both the kids were scheduled to attend day camp: Dalton to basket ball camp & Bobbye Sue to girl scout camp. Before I signed her I made sure Bobbye Sue had a ride. Well, things didn't work. One day, I cried out to God in anger; "WHY DOES MY CEREBRAL PALSY HAVE TO EFFECT MY KIDS? IT'S NOT FAIR!!!" God quickly rebuked me & said; "Don't you think maybe I wanted your Cerebral Palsy to effect your kids?" I can't explain it and other way than to say it felt like someone punched me in the stomach...It took my breath away & all I could think was "WOW!!!" I am on of those people who think that all think are interconnected. My mama always says "You never know; maybe one of your kids or grand-kids may came up with a cure/treatment for CP." I've really been thinking about all of this and truly amazed. I have no idea what God has in for me or my kids. They may have situations in their life that only be handled with the knowledge and mercy that can come with having a disabled mother. I'm by no way saying I'm a martyr, nor do I want to be, but if my trails and struggles can in anyway strengthen my friends and or family's relationships with God then bring on the trails and struggles.
