I have a confession to make. Sometimes my kids drive me absolutely crazy. It’s not something I’m proud of, but it’s true. They have been known to argue, whine, talk back, ignore me, fight with one another, and make big huge messes. I feel like a nag all afternoon trying to get them to do their homework, practice the piano, and do their chores. By 8:00 at night I am not sad to say goodnight and tuck them into bed. I’m ready for some quiet time. I’m ready for peace.
I’m pretty sure this is normal, but I wish it wasn’t in my house. I’m not sure that what I wish for is even possible, but I know it can be better. It’s amazing to me how different and unique each one is. They all come from the same gene pool, and yet they are all so very different. Their personalities range from super shy to goofy and loud. I have my neat and tidy child, and my child whose room looks like a bomb went off in it. One is extremely affectionate, and needing to be close to others, and one likes much more personal space and alone time. Meeting all their individual needs seems so daunting at times. I get tired of making so many mistakes. Being a mother is just plain hard. Of course I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I love them all deeply, and NEED them in my life, but I do wish it was a little easier sometimes.
I think every parent feels this way. It’s an exhausting & thankless job but one we wouldn’t trade for the world. Your feelings are definitely normal…or I’m abnormal too.
It makes me feel better that I’m not alone. You’ve always been my mother role model. You always have the best advice. You have an amazing family because of you.