tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970930012029002619.post1266855781847472569..comments2014-05-14T17:05:47.224-04:00Comments on My Hands and Heart Are Full: Me Time, Stress Time, Hive TimeAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14731496061735232899noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970930012029002619.post-27455552864323572472013-06-19T06:32:52.475-04:002013-06-19T06:32:52.475-04:00Boy, does this sound familiar! I struggled with t...Boy, does this sound familiar! I struggled with the same questions as to whether I was doing enough for my kids, analyzing and worrying over every little decision, etc. One of the best pieces of advice I learned was on an airplane - when they give preflight instructions and tell you to put the oxygen mask on YOURSELF first, then assist children and others. First time I heard it I thought, "No, no. I have to help my kids first." But they have it right - if I don't take of me, I can't take care of them. I learned that included eating right, wearing my seatbelt in the car, getting enough sleep, and having some quiet time all to myself.<br />After years of mothering, teaching, babysitting and working as a camp counselor, I've learned that the most important thing is for a child to feel loved. The rest is just "stuff" As long as there is a foundation of love and security, kids will thrive. It is quite obvious from the photos of your two darlings that they feel absolutely loved and cared for!! So take the advice of your wise and loving husband - take time for you!! By taking good care of yourself, you are taking good care of your wonderful family too!The Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18146947180427944986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970930012029002619.post-77720682414553521222013-06-18T22:24:54.090-04:002013-06-18T22:24:54.090-04:00that should read "a glass of wine"that should read "a glass of wine"Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00002478558966355916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970930012029002619.post-46430533608057732652013-06-18T22:23:16.933-04:002013-06-18T22:23:16.933-04:00Beth,
Relax by taking a deep breath first off. You...Beth,<br />Relax by taking a deep breath first off. You are a great mother and doing everything you can for both of your children. The important thing to remember is that they know you love them unconditionally!. Leah has made great strides already( I have a friend with a 16 monthh old(born about 7 weeks early) who is just now starting to walk on his own and only says a few words. My cousin's son didn't start waling until he was 18 months old(and he was full term). I think it can only be beneficial for Leah to start school at 3- and who know what changes will occur in the educational system by the time she is ready for kindergarten.<br /> As for you- try a soak in the tub late at night, with a good boo, a glass some scented candles, and some Josh Groban playing.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00002478558966355916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970930012029002619.post-43928732419583168572013-06-18T21:43:21.695-04:002013-06-18T21:43:21.695-04:00I understand. I don't have a special needs chi...I understand. I don't have a special needs child but I do understand never feeling like I can turn my brain off enough to relax. I struggled a lot this year with the career and family balance so would feel incredibly guilty for taking a second for me because I never felt there was enough of me to go around to everyone else I shouldn't waste time taking time for me. But we mothers desperately need it. It really does benefit everyone not just ourselves when we re not so stressed out. I always wish my brain had a power off button. Take a few for yourself. You deserve it. Reading is the best way I ve found to truly relax.Stepping into Motherhoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16278159650113398512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6970930012029002619.post-7924419989479800442013-06-18T21:38:06.692-04:002013-06-18T21:38:06.692-04:00Beth, you need to take care of yourself FOR your k...Beth, you need to take care of yourself FOR your kids!! I know it's easy for ME to say stop stressing because I am NOT in our shoes. But I CAN tell you that the stress is taking you over and taking you away from your kids. It's not selfish, it's healthy to have time to yourself and FOR yourself. You can't force things to progress with Leah. You keep giving her plenty of opportunities and she will do everything in HER time. You're a super Mommy...just realize that, and take time for BETH!!!Susan Kaprielianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07174422590695216041noreply@blogger.com