Crazy But Typical Day

I was browsing through Facebook status updates earlier today when I stumbled across two really great, encouraging words posted by some friends. One was from a working mom commending us mommies who stay at home. I can only compare staying at home to teaching. When I only had one child, I totally thought teaching was harder. However, having two children at home all day definitely seems harder to me than teaching. Multitasking exists in both jobs, but the choice of what to do or not do is tougher at home. Thankfully, God always provides listening ears who totally "get" what you are going through in either job. Ultimately, we all work for our Lord, and we bring Him honor and praise as we work. I think He is certainly glorified as all of us work hard to raise our children. Another update talked about each new, refreshing day being a gift from God. Our hurts, fears, worries aren't taken away, but God designed a way for us to begin again with a possible new perspective. This was so nice for me to hear after a stressful week. I know I read those words at the exact right moment! I looked around only to see my three year old running around with no pants on, a potty not emptied, spit up going down my shirt, and a throbbing toe from stepping on a toy truck...not to mention, no plans of adult conversation in the near future. But, I suddenly looked down at sweet, baby Luke as I changed his diaper (you know, the one that came right after a new one was put on), and he was totally in love with every word I was saying to him! Wow, this boy will melt your heart!!! I was able to appreciate this crazy but typical day at our house! So thankful for other mommies!!