What would I tell my 18 yr old self?

Recently, I asked Facebook friends:
 "Knowing what you know now, what would tell your 18 yr old self?"

I've been thinking about this off and on for the last few weeks. I don't regret anything that has happened in my "adult years". Each and every thing that happened was meant to make me a better person. At times, I  swear I was on someone's hit list, but I lived to tell about it. Thank you, God.

 I'm far from perfect (yes, I put that in writing!!) but I strive to be the best that I can be. It's okay to make mistakes. If you don't learn from them, that's when the mistake was wasted. Each situation is a learning experience...believe me, I had lots of "learning experiences". ;)
 

So....what would I tell my 18 year old self?

*Never take life for granted.

*Take what Mom and Dad taught you and hold on to it. Just because you want to "make your own way" doesn't mean that you need to throw the last 18 years out the window. Each grounding, spanking, and "I love you" was their way of preparing you for real life.

*Trade in that Mountain Dew for Coffee...you'll learn to live off of it one day ;) (ain't that the truth!!!)

*Smile! It's the 2nd best thing to do with your lips

I was encouraged and inspired to read the answers from my fellow friends. Their tenacity is incredible!!

Like one friend said "Unfortunately I probably wouldn't listen." hahaha!! probably true, but hey! it's worth a shot. 

And one more thing...

*enJoy the moments...don't rush life!

Patience with my patients ♥

Not even 5 days into the new year and I'm struggling with my patience resolution. Lately, the only way to recharge my patience is seeing my children sleeping.
Since my last post, the girls have been to the doctor and are both on antibiotics. It's not the flu (Thank you, God!) but it's bronchial....meaning liquids, rest, and breathing treatments are our best friends right now.

This mom just rocked a breathing treatment while said child was sleeping. She did wake up toward the end, but we got most of it done. When she's feeling lousy, she lets everyone know about it.  I'm hoping she gets to feeling better soon...she loves going to school and tomorrow is the 1st day back. She'll be home tomorrow, though :(

Little Chickie is doing a bit better. She's dealing with a small touch of bronchitis and a ruptured eardrum (painful..I've had this happen before). But she's seems to be coping with it rather well..as long as I stay on top of her pain meds.

I know I could never be a nurse. My patience runs out simply quicker than others. So, pray for my patience with my patients.

-enJoy

Be Patient!

It's a double shot kind of day. I treated myself to a BIG coffee today. 

My love for my children is at an all-time high, but my patience...not so much.

My goal for 2014....Be Patient! 

-When the kids are climbing up the bunk beds and jumping off...ripping the curtains down in the process.

-When the screaming gets so high pitched, you're positive the whole neighborhood of dogs is on your front porch.

-When I finally get all plates made and set in front of the children only to realize, one plate has been pushed off the table to the floor.

-When a child strives to help mommy get drinks and dumps a fresh gallon of SWEET tea on the kitchen floor.

-When the youngest gets in touch with her monkey side and pulls furniture down on top of her.... oh Joy!!

-When I finally get a chance to get clean clothes on, and hugs are used as a cover to wipe their noses on Mommy. 

Yes, even during those times. I will strive to be Patient!

Counting helps me to get it together. Counting is one thing all 3 children are pretty good at. Leia can count to 8  .... Hahahahaha!! I wonder if we can get her counting to 20 soon.

-enJoy :)