Comments on: Mothers should love God

By: lori

lori — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 19:23:04 +0000

Just a little note about “me time” - there is much debate about where the lines of selfishness and rest fall in motherhood. My take is to simply remember that Jesus often escaped to the lonely places by Himself and/or with His friends, away from the hectic crowds needing His constant care and attention. And, I like to consider how much He enjoyed that stroll across the top of the sea or the view while on the hillsides. Mothers NEED rest to reconnect with God, other people and even themselves - and not all that rest must be with the Bible open or with prayers being offered up (gasp!) It may be as simple as a journal entry, or, ahem, a blog post - just something to regain perspective and recharge for the masses, I mean, the children! Far too many moms are worn out and they think it is God who wants them to live in such a manner. Please!!! Laying down our lives to serve/love our families is one (very good) thing, but killing ourselves is quite another. One is godly and the latter is more about pride/control or religious duty. Man, this note is getting rather long - my point: take some “me time”, ladies!

Mom to four under five

By: Amy

Amy — Sat, 20 Aug 2005 13:12:29 +0000

He wasn’t no rocket scientist when we bought them….

Motherease are expensive but worth the investment if you are using them for more than one child. Part of being a tightwad is not just buying the cheapest things because a lot of times, cheap things become more expensive in the long run.

By: Paula

Paula — Sat, 20 Aug 2005 03:46:10 +0000

I guess your rocket scientist husband can afford better cloth diapers than my factory worker husband could. Never would have used those for dust rags, Amy. Those belong on Antique Road Show! Well… maybe not.

By: emily

emily — Fri, 19 Aug 2005 04:56:14 +0000

Amy,

Thanks for the Piper article under the post “My first garden…”. I think that is actually what I was trying to say here. It’s not so much what we’re doing as what our motivation is. We can go to a bible study but if it’s to escape our duties or get away from those kids that are driving me crazy, it can be sin. So glad there are those that, unlike me, are actually eloquent! Go John Piper!

By: Amy

Amy — Fri, 19 Aug 2005 01:50:21 +0000

Jennifer,

I haven’t used “Five in a Row” but I hear good things about it. I never used anything formal: just tons of reading every day, including chapter books. (Start with easy ones–Boxcar Children, Frog and Toad, et al.)

My kids loved generic phonics workbooks, but they’re wierd that way. I can honestly say that I never taught #2 to read, but she reads fluently at five. We also listen to books on tape.

I wish it were something more profound, but my best advice is to just read and talk.

By: Jennifer D

Jennifer D — Thu, 18 Aug 2005 17:02:21 +0000

I suppose there is not much more to say, for all you ladies have said so much. With 3 children under 4 ~ and #4 on the way, yeah!~, a house to run and a child starting school this fall ~ help! where to start and with what?!~, it is so difficult to find time for yourself. But I think it is so very important to find the time, not only to refresh our bodies, but our minds as well. Multi-tasking all day long, as we do, takes it’s toll. And however we need to refresh ourselves, as long as it stays within the boundries of pertaining to godlness and holiness, I think it needs to be done. And if we are “in tune” with the Holy Spirit, He will guide us in the proper use of our time, for that moment and for that person. Maybe it’s taking a much needed nap, or a walk, or making a garment, or sitting outside, enjoying the sunshine and watching the birds, or taking the time to clean out a closet without little fingers helping you.
I don’t think we should feel guilty if we take time to slow down and take care of ourselves too. If we are worn out and tired, are we pleasant to be around? I know I’m not. I may still be tired after my “refreshment”, but I’m not so worn out and my spirit is ready to tackle the next tornado.
PS Does anyone have any suggestion on a good, hands on curiculum for first grade and that won’t break the bank? Or does anyone have any old stuff that you don’t need/want any more, but highly reccomend? I have a 4 1/2 year old who is so ready for school but a Mama who has no idea where to start!

Blessings,
Jennifer

By: Amy

Amy — Thu, 18 Aug 2005 12:55:31 +0000

Kristen,

I don’t just like you because you cleaned my floors when I was sick. I like you for saying nice things online. I’ve been known, though, to delete comments that don’t keep me humble, but I’ll make an exception in your case.

Paula, I sold the diapers to a lady in England for $150. It was a fair price for Motherease, but not something I’d turn into dustrags!

By: Paula

Paula — Thu, 18 Aug 2005 12:21:02 +0000

Amy: wish I’d known you were getting rid of those diapers. They make great dusting rags. Oh well.

By: Kristin

Kristin — Thu, 18 Aug 2005 05:44:11 +0000

Amy,

I don’t know were to begin. I am so impressed with this blog(or website). It is so refreshing to know that you are going through the same things that all these other women are(including me, but I’m going to have to keep up seeing that I only have just my two for now), yet are willing to put it down(well I would say on paper but I guess its)on keyboard, for all the moms to read and sigh and say “THANK YOU LORD! I’m not only one.”
And most of all, an encouragment. Such and encouragment. I see the comments these wonderful moms send you and it is easy to see that you are truly an insperation to these ladies(and don’t worry, I’m not going to break out in a “Chicago” song or nothing).
And to you women reading this comment, I have had the pleasure of knowing and just recently becoming good friends with this amazing young mother(still in your 20’s Amy so it still counts being called a “Young Mom”). And I’ll have you know she is just as funny, sarcastic, and an extraordinary Godly women, mother and wife in person. You are deffinatley on the right website.
The Lord has truly blessed you Amy, and it’s nice to see that you are not afraid or selfish to sit back and say that “It is all in his plan, and may the Glory be to God”
P.S. I didn’t know that you are in a NFL Mommys Club. Fill me in girlfriend

By: Cheri

Cheri — Wed, 17 Aug 2005 12:59:03 +0000

My break time gets spent coming here! I learned a long time ago that I didn’t have enough time to follow all the money saving/healthy living tips and still be able to LIVE Love what you said, Elizabeth. Chirst Himself needed time off while He was on earth, and not just to reconnect with the Father. Matt. 8:24, Mark 6:31