Well, my word is more a phrase than a word but I’m still using it. But before I do, let me tell you why I’m using it.
Since the birth of my twins, who are 6 now, I’ve been feeling like I’m not in control. When I was on bedrest for those long months, the house with 7 kids, was really horrible. And for me, that meant chaos in my mind. It threw me into a depression. One that I’ve been struggling with for the last 6 years. I still don’t feel like things are back to normal, but now I feel the need to get things back to normal. But I feel SO overwhelmed. Like, where do I start? My sister used to live with me back when I had only 6 kids and I had everything under control. The house was decent. My kids were decent. My mind WASN’T chaotic. I really think that that time in my life when I was forced to let go of control threw me into a tailspin that I’m finally able to stop.
So, since I’m still feeling a little bit overwhelmed and unsure of where to start to get everything under control and where it should be, my new phrase is going to help remind me of what I need to do this year.
“Lift Where You Stand”- President Uchtdorf
I know I’ve mentioned it for others, but I really think it’s for me. I know I can get through anything if I just “Lift Where I Stand” So, there you go! My new 2010 word/phrase! Wish me luck!!….
9 comments:
Great motto. I need to remember that more often too. P.S. I love your Christmas table runner in the post below. It is beautiful!
Life with a house full of children IS chaotic and often I feel out of control also. Especially if the house itself is a mess - you know the dust bunnies everywhere, clothes left where they are taken off, dishes in the sink, no idea what to make for dinner, a ton of sewing projects on your mind, books on every surface - you get the idea right?!! I only have 4 children - 15, 11, 9,and 8 - a dog,cat,fish,a bird and a needy husband. I found a book last year that really, really helped me. Even just to open it up and read just one page when you are feeling overwhelmed can make you feel like - "OK - I CAN do this!" It is "Contentment" by Maria Covey Cole. Check it out - you will be so happy you did! And remember - you're not alone - there are a lot of us out here - struggling along trying to be lifted :) Best wishes for a happier day!
Laurie
AWesome motto!!!!! I love it. Good for you. I know 2010 will be a brand NEW year for you. I can feel it. Hugs!!!
Great motto for your year. I truly hope you can find organization for your life and peace for your soul. Hang in there!
What a great theme for the New Year! As for getting the kiddes bikes, I think you should totally do it, and tell them that to ride them they have to come and visit us. How much fun would they have! Think about. Seriously.
I love this! You are amazing. You inspire so many. Don't get overwhelmed......sometimes we try to do EVERYTHING. Just do the things that are important!
I'm right there with you. I've been having "a moment" lately -- feeling overwhelmed, inadequate. There's so much to do in raising a (large) family, and something is always going to fall by the wayside. It's good to remember to just do the best you can where you are and try to go just a little higher. President Hinkley always said for us to do a little better than we were doing. I guess that's all we can hope for. You know Heavenly Father loves you and is pleased with your efforts. If you don't know it, you SHOULD.
And I love your figgy pudding table runner. You did a beautiful job!
Wonderful post! Great idea on your word for the year. Your tablerunner is darling (p.s.i quilt)!!
Thank you so much for your sweet comment. I love president Uchdorf. My heart goes out to anyone trying to handle depression. It is no fun. I've had it all my life, but after my second child was born I had it really bad. The doctor probably would have put me in a hospital, but he knew my mom well and had me stay with her for a couple weeks, if was one of the most awful times in my life. Luckily for the past 5 years it's been very under control. I feel so blessed, what would I have done 40 or even 30 years ago when there wasn't much they could do. I'm sure a house with 10 children can be overwhelming at times, but how lucky those children are to be born into your home. My husband came from a family of 10 and has such an amazing mom. If makes me feel better when I hear stories of when times were rough for her too. Thank you again for your sweet words.
Nicole
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