The other day, was one of those days where everyone was getting on my nerves and I was quick to snap. I had to step away from the family and take a time out. I’m reading a plan in the Bible app, called “Habit of Happiness”. One of the devotionals that really spoke to me was about focusing on the good times.
Developing an attitude of gratitude does not come naturally…we always want more or something different.
It goes on to say the longer we are in a relationship or know someone the easier it is to focus on their faults instead of the good they have done. That I could easily relate to.
With our kids we can sometimes be easily annoyed by them or nit pick at all the things we told them not to do. When they keep making that annoying sound, or not listen to you after you’ve told them to do something three times, we can get irritated with them and go off. Or when the toddler keeps putting things in their mouth or throwing tantrums, it can drive us crazy. It’s okay to take a step back and realize these children are a blessing. We as bomb moms helped to create them and survived their birth, which is a feat to be proud of. I’m not saying never scold your child, just don’t forget they’re kids and you are blessed to have them.
Our spouses and main supporters can get caught up in the wrath of you’re not doing enough or what I’d like, as well. I know I’m guilty of telling my husband about all the stuff he didn’t or doesn’t do, creating unnecessary tension and anger. I’m grateful to be have my children’s fther as the love of my life and leader of our family. That is something I have to constantly remind myself.
I love my family tremendously and I have to continue to remember that they are here to better me. Be grateful for the ones in your life, do not dwell on the bad and love each other.
*Feature photo by Carl Attard
