Today has been a great day with the kids. I choose to cherish today as a good day. Mainly because the good days are few and far between as of lately. The kids have had a horrible time with entitlement, lying, and complaining these past few weeks. It's been a roller coaster of emotions for our whole family. We have found that chores and manners go a long way when we choose to use them.
I haven't had much to blog about lately- mainly because I can't seem to get my thoughts written down the way I want them to be. This journey has been stressful and really trying for me the past few weeks. I feel like I've been simply surviving.
Today, I see a small turning point. There were no tears today when asked to do chores for our bad behavior. They both had good days at school- which were rewarded with ice cream at the Salem Dairy Bar.
I have made a decision to look on the bright side today. Today, I was able to just enjoy being with the kids instead of having to be a "mean" Mommy. We laughed as we smeared ice cream all over our faces. They said Thank You- and meant it. They even thanked me for making them dinner.
It's been Williams Bootcamp the past few weeks here at the house. We have, however, had a few positive days. Last Saturday, we went to the Daffodil Festival at Old Washington. The kids ate huge corn dogs and had funnel cakes. We listened to music and looked at the arts and crafts. We even visited the Bass Pro Shop and ate Mexican for dinner. It was a great family fun day.
I'm looking forward to more days like today. Relaxing, fun, and just enjoying them for once. Maybe they might even enjoy me too! Our little girl says all the time, "Mom, you're the best Mom ever!" I have decided instead of getting tired of hearing that, I'd better enjoy it. One day, she might not say that to me ever again! LOL!
