tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post8683543454091969280..comments2023-08-03T07:34:58.327-04:00Comments on Simply Mommies: Love/Hate Stay At Home MomKatey and Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13186363233556201310noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post-24842951599383863482013-02-17T20:13:15.638-05:002013-02-17T20:13:15.638-05:00A lot of this will be repetition but I LOVE
1.) Ha...A lot of this will be repetition but I LOVE<br />1.) Having #1 fans. Is it bad this is on my list? He he. Seriously, though, sometimes my kids make me feel like a rock star. <br />2.) Getting lots of kisses and cuddles whenever I want them. (Well, almost. Sometimes they are in a snit.)<br />3.) Being able to be the one to take care of the little needs, like nail clipping and hair combing and being there right away when the first cough is coughed and they need extra love. <br />4.) Even though I still need to learn to slow down and cook easier meals and stop cleaning the house, I have the option to take it really slow to spend some quality time with them, getting to know their needs as they change so quickly! <br />5.) Seeing them develop instead of hearing it from someone else, like I have to tell Micah, "Hey, Liberty did something smart!" or "Elijah said something funny!" <br /><br />But I HATE <br />1.) When I am trying to get something done or need me time and they interrrupt or cling to me<br />2.) That I can't sleep sometimes<br />3.) That I have to hear them fight constantly and referee<br />4.) Being disrespected <br />5.) Feeling taken for granted and stuck when it's usually me, me, me getting up, being with them the whole day unless I have a good excuse like an appointment, waking up in the night, etc. I never get to "come home" from work. NicholeLNelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11222771559846779150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post-48655346710349235572013-02-16T22:50:24.068-05:002013-02-16T22:50:24.068-05:00My older girl went to daycare when I worked for th...My older girl went to daycare when I worked for the first five years of her life until her sister came along. I so wish we could afford to send my younger girl to preschool. It's great that you have a little flexibility in your schedule :) - Katey Katey and Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13186363233556201310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post-9886088177611480472013-02-16T22:47:39.087-05:002013-02-16T22:47:39.087-05:00The winter is tough too! Sometimes I let the showe...The winter is tough too! Sometimes I let the shower run a little longer just to have a few more mins to myself lol - Katey Katey and Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13186363233556201310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post-85837328075288062252013-02-16T22:46:17.272-05:002013-02-16T22:46:17.272-05:00Entourage is the right word!! It's sometimes s...Entourage is the right word!! It's sometimes so much work to take them out especially in the winter! Most of the time I would rather stay home or go for a walk! Katey and Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13186363233556201310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post-18348992727393898972013-02-16T22:45:00.868-05:002013-02-16T22:45:00.868-05:00I totally relate to your #3 at least the work give...I totally relate to your #3 at least the work gives a little change of pace and scenery. There are days I don't leave the house and I am sure you have those days too. And I also feel unmotivated at times! It's the best but hardest job all at the same time! Thanks for sharing! - Katey Katey and Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13186363233556201310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post-60353828116032814202013-02-16T16:51:40.077-05:002013-02-16T16:51:40.077-05:00Great lists ladies - so very true. For me, I don&#...Great lists ladies - so very true. For me, I don't get to be a SAHM but I do work (sometimes) flexible hours. I wish I could do more of a true part-time gig - work 3 days a week type of thing. Sadly, as a lawyer, that just doesn't seem possible. I hate missing out on things, but I am very glad my kids are getting so much interaction with other kids!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post-72890653429536747732013-02-15T21:54:45.524-05:002013-02-15T21:54:45.524-05:00LOVE
1. Being the one to take care of and raise my...LOVE<br />1. Being the one to take care of and raise my own children, there for all those "firsts" and wonderful memories.<br />2. Flexibility within our schedule because we're not beholden to job or school. <br />3. Learning and discovering along with my children; seeing things through their eyes.<br />4. Knowing I'm doing what's best for my kids even though it's hard sometimes. <br />5. I don't always acknowledge it, but I know that being a mother is one of the hardest - but best and most rewarding - jobs. It may not always feel like it but it's an honor to raise up little people with the knowledge of God and good values. <br /><br />HATE<br />1. The sound of my voice. Sometimes I talk at my kids all day, correcting them or reminding them how to behave or whatever. I miss quiet! Being an introvert, this can be a challenge!<br />2. The pressure of making so many daily decisions... what to make for meals, how to answer questions, am I disciplining the right way, WILL I MESS UP MY CHILDREN?!<br />3. Feeling stuck. My husband can get a break going to work, going to the fire dept, whatever - but I'm with my kids ALL THE TIME, and if I'm having a hard day I don't have the luxury of avoidance.<br />4. Feeling alone/isolated. This is probably similar to #3, but oftentimes I could just dissolve in tears from the fact that it sometimes feels like I'm a single mom and the only one in the world dealing with certain things. <br />5. Bored or sick of routine and often not feeling motivated despite all the positives! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post-8782377583801109382013-02-15T20:07:25.265-05:002013-02-15T20:07:25.265-05:00I just want time to myself sometimes. My biggest p...I just want time to myself sometimes. My biggest problem with staying at home is that I've gained weight. When I taught, I walked around the room ALL DAY long.Kraus House Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11202341154461834446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8637040260483300028.post-17176557691028062952013-02-15T17:55:33.711-05:002013-02-15T17:55:33.711-05:00I feel the same way. I've been a s@hm for 10 y...I feel the same way. I've been a s@hm for 10 years and can't imagine NOT being home. But I'd also like to be able to pick up and go without an entourage occasionally.<br /><br />Stephanie Kay<br />everydayfamilyliving.comStephanie Kayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02976709475515458563noreply@blogger.com