My "newbies" don't respond well to stress and ultimately, that is what a busy life with schedules, appointments, and sports practices brings us! I have been reminded of what I posted not that long ago from the book "One Thousand Gifts." Yet, when you are in the midst of all the busy, how do you step away? I can't just walk away, but I do have to let some things go, especially right now when my "newbies" need the extra assurance that everything is still okay midst the stress and busyness!!
Truth be told, my stomach is in knots today. While I know part of the reason, I don't think I know all the reason. I fear that I might relapse with my IBS. This is another reason I have to exercise, but I know having low immunity (allergies too) and stress, that my chances of getting an IBS attack go through the roof!
We are also getting prepared for my Mom and Dad to visit. They were supposed to fly in tonight and their flight was canceled and rescheduled due to snow in Denver!!! While our family has been talking for some time now of Grandpa and Grandma coming, Eden has been falling apart. It seems like if there is anything we talk of often and get excited together as a family, Eden always has to sabotage. Honestly, I don't believe she does it intentionally or even truly understands her feelings, but it is the unknown, again, knowing that something is to change her family home environment that causes alarm for her! Could Grandpa and Grandma be coming so Mommy and Daddy can leave? Thoughts like this could very easily fill her mind. Of course, add the busy and stress to that and you will understand that our evening was not good last night!
I am hoping that my Mom and Dad get here safely soon and that we can enjoy them. I hope that they don't have to wait until Friday...! I am trying to hard to cope with this busyness and still enjoy my family and provide the nurturing atmosphere I need to for my "newbies!"
A couple pictures for some comic relief, because no matter, kids will be kids!!
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| Bella and Bear playing wedding (Bella dressed both of them for the wedding!) |
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| Entertainment comes in many ways, this was from the box "noodles!" |
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| A rainbow!! |
1 comment:
Yes, I struggle with this, too. The fact that anything out of routine throws a wrench into the attachment process...and yet, with a busy life, there are all kinds of unpreventable wrenches. I hope you have a wonderful time with your dad & mom there.
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