I always think, " 5 more pounds and I will take pictures of myself". I think that I have had an epiphany of sorts this week. Time does really fly by fast and I would hate for my kids to not remember what their mom looked like at these tender ages since pictures are few and far between. Erik and I were talking today about life and what the future holds for us. We seem to have been waiting for what feels like forever for Erik to graduate and me to finally stay home. I have been so busy these last few years with work, church callings, kids activities, school activities and my motherly duties as well that I haven't taken time for what really matters. Erik and I waited 5 years to have kids and so 8 years later my kids are still young and hopefully won't remember their mom running them out the door for the bus while she runs Alta to the sitter and then to work. I don't want them to remember their mom who was always on a diet, always tired and always yelling. Our Relief Society lesson this week was on good, better and best; trying to fill your life with the best things and then filling the gaps with the good and better. I think that I spend my whole day filling my buckets with lots of good leaving no room for the best........so, my epiphany is that life is short. Take care of yourself and your kids and don't sweat the small stuff. Say Goodbye to McDonalds and hello to the gym!!!
FROM THE PAGES OF OUR LIFE
Monday, February 25, 2008
My kids are much cuter to look at than myself
I always think, " 5 more pounds and I will take pictures of myself". I think that I have had an epiphany of sorts this week. Time does really fly by fast and I would hate for my kids to not remember what their mom looked like at these tender ages since pictures are few and far between. Erik and I were talking today about life and what the future holds for us. We seem to have been waiting for what feels like forever for Erik to graduate and me to finally stay home. I have been so busy these last few years with work, church callings, kids activities, school activities and my motherly duties as well that I haven't taken time for what really matters. Erik and I waited 5 years to have kids and so 8 years later my kids are still young and hopefully won't remember their mom running them out the door for the bus while she runs Alta to the sitter and then to work. I don't want them to remember their mom who was always on a diet, always tired and always yelling. Our Relief Society lesson this week was on good, better and best; trying to fill your life with the best things and then filling the gaps with the good and better. I think that I spend my whole day filling my buckets with lots of good leaving no room for the best........so, my epiphany is that life is short. Take care of yourself and your kids and don't sweat the small stuff. Say Goodbye to McDonalds and hello to the gym!!!
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I loved seeing your smile again! What you said is so true. I say the same things to myself. That talk by Elder Oaks, has really helped me think about a lot of my life in a new and better perspective. Thanks for sharing.
Wise words Mel!! I think that you look great!! Your kids are dang cute and fun to look it but it sure is great to see you. Keep it up!!
You are great. It takes a wise woman too see what her kids really need and want! I can tell you are a great mom and wife. It is impossible to do it all! That counsil was wise, "better and best". I think I look beautiful! It is a prosess and we are in it for life -to be healthy. Not a quick fix! You kids are edible. They look alot like you.
Hi Mel! Sorry it's taken so long to get back to you. You need to look at my blog, there's a little tribute to you! We need to get together and catch up! Planning any trips back to AZ? I'll get your # from Billie so I can call you.
Mel, my long lost roomie. I found your blog on Shari's and I always wondered where you went after I moved back home. It looks like you have a great life with some great kids. It's so great to see your face...I think it has been 15 years!! Tarrah Davis Banks
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