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December 31, 2003
9/14/03 - Martha, Martha
Man, I was having a bad day yesterday. It's funny because there were a couple emails I received telling me how much they loved RoL and what a great mom I am etc etc, and although I truly appreciate words of encouragement I also have to say thanks BUT don't forget that you only see one side of the coin. I post and comment when I have extra time and things are pretty much in order with the rest of my life (which is probably why I don't post very often! Ha!) but you do not see me when I am having a bad day, as I was yesterday. I was ready to smack anyone who tried to talk to me!
I'm usually a quiet and even tempered person (I can hear my sisters busting out in laughter) okay, okay, so I'm far from it. I think things have just been building up lately. We came home from a great trip but the house was full of unpacked suitcases, the Christmas decor still had to be shelved, bills paid, mail sorted, emails answered, groceries bought etc. And I always have the habit of spending LESS time on my prayer and my spiritual life when I am busy or stressed...even though it is the time I need it most! And I always get the same results - a soul full of static and stress. (You'd think I'd learn my lesson by now.)
When Brian came home from work he could see that I was about to have a melt down so he took care of Bella and told me to go make a Holy Hour before attending evening Mass. So I did and I feel much better now. It even gave me the energy I needed today to clean and organize the mess everywhere! I can't function unless I have a somewhat organized nest! (Mind you there are still a few piles here and there but at least now I know what's in them!) And I'm getting back on track with my prayer life too. I believe a good confession and renewal of my spiritual commitments is in order!
Sigh. I can hear Jesus now, "Ah, Martha, Martha". (Yes, Lord, I know. Well, now that I can actually see the carpet I'll kneel down and spend some quiet time with You. At least until Bella wakes up, then we can work together!) And for the rest of you, keep praying! b.
Posted by bobbi at December 31, 2003 12:00 AM
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