Okey-dokey Mom

These little moments... these sweet little pockets in the day   I get to spend just a few minutes with each of my kids One-on-one is just bliss.  I can’t help but think “this is exactly why I’m here on this earth”  and “I wish everyday was like this”.  I remember when I had no time for this because we simply weren’t home.  Every day was me and my four kids rushing around to get ready at 5 am and me ushering everyone out the door. With very little time for even eye contact just to be drop each kid off to school in a mad race through three school zones. Constantly trying to remember to smile while I wished everyone a wonderful day Then feeling like flooring it like sponge bob  (within speed limits of course)  to get to work on time. Do you feel like this too?? Then one day I realized something quite spectacular.  It only takes one moment to make a child feel loved.  Just a moment to make them feel like t...

10 Reasons you are already a great parent! Reason #1- Your to do list is not the measure of your success. Your kids don't know the long list of checks and balances in your head. If you can't get it all done but you made sure to take care of them it shows your kids family is important and people are a priority. Success is having balance in your life. They love you no matter what you didn't check off your list today. Reason #2- What you have to offer is enough. Your best effort is still the best thing in the world to your kid. Comparison is the killer of joy - so focus on what you do best and do it. Even older kids can be understanding and appreciate your best effort. This realistic approach also teaches kids to always give their best and that it's enough too. Give yourself a big thumbs up for your 100% Why? Because you give your all and that shows love. Reason #3- Your child loves you no matter what Having a rough day and not being th...