by Samantha Native Christina Williamson Eads
There are days that feel so unproductive. 😣 Days that I accomplish nothing on my mile-long to-do list. I look around my house and see all that needs to be done – laundry to fold, dishes to wash, floors covered in toys and dust. Just to name a few.
I foolishly had many idealistic expectations when I became a stay-at-home parent. Our home would be spotless. I’d whip up a gourmet meal every night. I’d have time for cute Pinterest projects and reading and exercise. This hilarious list goes on (I’m literally laughing 😂). But the truth is, raising young children is no easy task! Who would have thought I wouldn’t have time to do things I want to do?! Even if those things are good, productive, necessary things like maybe take a shower or mop the kitchen floor. 🤷🏼♀️
Life isn’t always what you expect it to be, which is something I struggle with handling. But the Lord is teaching me so much through motherhood. Like having a grateful heart despite the challenges I face. Perspective is everything, and these boys won’t be babies for long. I will blink and Sam will be in middle school. Logan will be driving. 😭 They won’t need me as much. Or at least not in the same ways. Part of me is already mourning over this fact. But another part of me is looking forward to a little more peace and quiet. 😏
Until they grow up before my eyes I’m determined to spend each day soaking up the boo-boo kisses, adorable giggles, silly word pronunciations, and that precious sweet baby smell 👶🏼. Some days I might not get much done besides keeping these little boogers alive, but maybe that’s enough sometimes, because they are worth every showerless day. Every sleepless night. Every mess. Every tear. My own personal agenda doesn’t matter compared to these kids. Being their mother is at the top of my to-do list. And what a sweet, worthy task it is. 💙
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Christina grew up in Samantha. She lives in Trussville, Alabama with her husband Dusty, and their two sons, Logan and Sam. If her words encouraged you, please let her know by leaving comments below.
Sam & Logan Eads
Christina, I know this came from your big heart, and it is so true. When you first started working in our UA office and we got to know each other, I knew you were going to be a fantastic mother!!! My favorite memories are the years raising my children, and now my Grands are in the picture…WOW how blessed and thankful I am. You are so right, one day you wake up and they are graduating, it’s like where did the time go, can I please go back and do it again? When letting God lead your family, He will be with you to face all of your challenges. Those two babies are adorable!!! I’m very proud of you, and may God bless you and your family.
Sandra, you are the sweetest! You have made my day! Thank you for your encouraging words. I have such fond memories of working at UA! God bless you and your precious family!