As I look around at my aging parents, grandparents and other family members, I've noticed a pattern amongst them. As their children grew/grow older & began/begin their own lives they either grow bitter or they find themselves bored in living. On the other hand when I observe the parents or family of people in my neighborhood, I notice a pattern. Many of the parents relocated their lives to be close to the children & grandchildren. This allows them to be actively involved in their care, discipline, & overall upbringing. Many come in as needed for sickness, vacations, business trips and so forth.
This helps me to stay aware of my own life cycle & my pursuits. I see that while I pour into my children all that God has given me, I must also take time to nourish my skills, talents, and gifts. I should pursue those wild dreams before I grow old (especially since no day is promised), I should continue to build on & create more relationships that are lovely & meaningful. For me (at this time in my life), this does not mean run out, get a job and become slave to an industry that cares little about me, no, for me it means that I must proactively use the creativity given to me by my Creator to establish a well-lived, well-enjoyed life & lifestyle.
Motherhood is not debilitating or restrictive, when I choose not to conform to the world standards(and tempting they are) then I begin to see the unlimited opportunities in motherhood. It's not always easy and some days can be tiring but that goes for any job, huh!!!
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