I was trying to be productive today, by wiping down all my kitchen cabinets. The instant I sat down to start, my three year old got right in front of me and starting shoving toys in my face. That is one of my biggest pet peeves. I immediately swatted it out of my face, and told him to go play. After which I felt guilty, and remorseful that I was so quick to get annoyed. I reminded myself "Hey this is your son, and you love him!" Then I gave him a rag and we finished cleaning the cabinets together. I wish I was always this quick to remember my love for him!
Please tell me, what are some other ideas? I really don't get as much cleaning done with him on top of me.
Please tell me, what are some other ideas? I really don't get as much cleaning done with him on top of me.
I think your idea of reminding yourself immediately of your love is perfect. IF you have a quick term or saying about your children that can calm your anger, it will help greatly. Like, he is a child of God, or God chose me to be his mother, or something like that that triggers joy in your mind.
ReplyDeleteLetting him help you was a great idea too! It sounds to me like your need to give yourself a little more credit! Love you sis.