be a better parent

I think the key for me is to remember that I can only fit a limited number of activities/responsibilities in my life while I am at home raising my children. When I learn to say “no” to some things, and keep my focus on home, I am a better parent. This is somewhat of a sacrifice for me, but I choose it. I choose to spend the time required to grow my children into healthy, loving, fulfilled adults who can be the very best they can possibly be. This have value.

struggle… struggle. Still a goal, I just don’t think I’ll ever be the parent I want to be. I take that back. I was the ideal parent in my own mind when I only had 1 child and he was an adorable baby. But two toddlers make this goal seem impossible.

my son says he just wants me to play with him more. I’m making the effort.

I’ve been practicing patience. I’m trying to stop getting so busy with other things so I can focus on my kids. Right now my toddlers seem to be getting the best of me sometimes. I felt so smart about parenting when I had a baby. But now, I’m at a loss. Should I go on Dr Phil or Nanny 911????

Some days are better than others. I’ve really screwed up this week. I hope I can get refocused on my kids, and stop letting the business of life distract me from the most important job in the world.