A bit of encouragement

I feel a stirring to do things differently: to be better at wifing, and mothering, and homekeeping, so I'm not going to sit at the computer screen too long right now.

It's made me realize that it's easy to feel discouraged about the job you're doing. Self-talk can quickly become condemning. It can seem like you'll never measure up to whatever standard you hold for yourself.

When you feel like you haven't done much that is worthwhile today, just remember that you can always get up right now and make it right. Go load the dishwasher really quickly. Or sit on the floor with your kiddos and make a picture together. Hang up all the winter coats that have been piling up somewhere. Or call someone up and tell them why you appreciate them. And smile. I'm always surprised at how quickly my mood changes when I choose to smile.

Don't think about all the missed opportunities of yesterday, just focus on the ones available to you today!

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