Today's topic is "True Confessions". The purpose is to let others know that you're not perfect. Well, if you've been reading my blog and you haven't figured that out, then you're really oblivious to who I really am! But, just in case, here are some of my deep, dark secrets:
1. I'm lazy. I'm also a perfectionist. Strange because the two definitely aren't compatible. Here's an example: While I'm typing this post, my son asks if he can take a bath. Sure. But I don't want to get up off the couch to run the bath, so I bribe one of my daughters to run the bath for him. Maybe it's not laziness, maybe it's just the fact that I HATE to be interrupted when I'm doing something that I want to do. As a Mom, I guess I have to work on this. . . .
2. If you didn't read my recent post, I am addicted to the Sims 3. For those of you who are blissfully unaware of this video game, it's basically a virtual dollhouse, but with kick-a** graphics. Create your families, build your dream house, climb the career ladder, interact with other "townies". Maybe I'm still a big kid at heart because I'm still playing with dolls.
3. This probably isn't a *bad* thing, but I'm still so crazy in love with my husband that I want to be with him all the time. I'm sad when he goes to work and I am giddy when he comes home. I am completely thrilled that we are going away together this coming weekend and I'm *happy* that he will be laid off for a few weeks coming up because that means he will be around. Yeah!
4. I obsess about money. I grew up in a family where money was always tight. I always hoped I would marry a man who was well-off, but I didn't. And now we struggle. . . .all the time. I'm always scheming in my little brain about how I can save a few bucks, make a few bucks, or even strike it rich. Yes, I know money isn't everything, but it sure helps when you have to pay the bills!
5. I don't LOVE being a mom. Please understand that I do LOVE MY CHILDREN!!! I would die for them. It's just that I had this romantic idea that being a mom would be fun and easy and fulfilling - and it is sometimes. This is my calling in life, so I assumed it would be a piece of cake. It's actually the hardest thing I've ever done. I sometimes wish someone else would do all the "parenting" and I could just enjoy all the great things about my children.
I will probably think of more true confessions throughout the day, but now you know more about me!
Good for you for your honesty- there are days when I don't like being a mom either!!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd I love how crazy you are about being with your honey!! That is so sweet!
Have a great week!
~Becca
Love your list! I couldn't agree with you more on #5. It was so nice reading someone else's feelings on the same thing because I think many feel the same way, they are just afraid to say it. Thanks for breaking that!
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I love being a Mother and would love another...but I am dreading the stuff that is coming. Potty training is kicking my butt!
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Great list! I used to be completely addicted to Sims! It got so bad I finally uninstalled it from my computer so I could get something done!
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I loved your honesty with your list. I also love that you are still so in love with your husband. I think that is so special. Have an awesome time with him this weekend. :)
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Such honesty - love it!!
ReplyDeleteI think your role as Mom is going to get a lot easier and sweeter when all your kids go to school, and you're not their teacher.
Then you'll be missing them just like you do your honey :)
Jen:
ReplyDeleteGreat list....love that you are honest!
Being a MOM is the hardest job you will ever have in the world!
Happy FMM!
I'm not sure I love being a mom, either. Like you said, I love my daughter, but sometimes I'm afraid that maybe I'm doing this wrong.
ReplyDeleteMy confessions that I left in other people's comments are better than the ones I put on my blog. What's up with that?
I cannot imagine the responsibilities of being a mom, at least now..but I also can't imagine how exciting it must be to wake up on Christmas morning. I guess it's a good trade off, I can see how it could be overwhelming at times...
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your list...
I love your list Jen and I think that #3 is adorable! I feel the same way about my husband too, but we haven't been together nearly as long, so I'll hope I can still say that in ten and twenty years from now!
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Don't even get me started on the Sims! We go waaaaay back.
ReplyDeleteI understand about being a mom! :) And when you add in homeschooling - that brings on an entirely different dimension doesn't it?
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Great confessions!
ReplyDeleteHey don't feel bad about not LOVING being a mom! From the sounds of things you will LOVE being a grandma one of these days..!
That is so cool about your hubby!!
I get tired of pinching pennies all the time! I may be going back to work soon!
Great confessions. I'm so with you on number 1. And it drives me crazy that I'm that way!
ReplyDeleteI agree, TOTALLY, on the mothering thing. I thought the same thing! I am all about saving or making money too, I even invest in Lottery tickets, hoping I win big. Lol!
ReplyDeleteI am the same way with my husband!! It is crazy!
Hi Jen -
ReplyDeleteGood list. How sweet that you are so in love with your hubby. That is so great! I know what you are saying about being a mom. I love it too, but it keeps getting harder and harder as they get older. I don't handle the stress very well.
Have a super day!
XOXO
Jen
I feel the same way when Adam leaves for work and comes home. I thought I was cah-ray-zay but I think we're just in love. ;)
ReplyDeleteI played Sims for about a week and put it in the trash because I did nothing else! That game is fun!
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I think Colleen is crazed....or her children go to a school where the teachers don't try to ruin the children's (and parents') lives with homework. I'm so happy to have summer off from homework, I could dance.
ReplyDeleteYou are not THAT obsessed about money or you'd be teaching Koreans in the middle of the night, too. Ha! Got you there!
Love your list...because it is so me too. #1 really hit home because that is EXACTLY how I am. I'm also in love with my hubby like that where I always want to be with him. Enjoy your time away!
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