Everything to Everyone?
How can I be everything to everyone?
A mother, parent, teacher, homeroom mom, field trip attendee, housekeeper, cook, wife, shopper, chauffer, writer, blogger, not to mention a helper to my mother who’s been living with us for two and a half months.
Her living here has been much better than I expected, and I admit I do let things go around the house knowing she’ll probably do it. But if she wasn’t here, I’d probably let things go anyway. I’ve been at her disposal when she needs helps, but how do I keep it up? How do I continue to meet everyone’s needs (while my family neglects my own) and continue to put on a happy face?
I’m sorry, I just can’t do it on my own. I get snippy way too often and don’t try to hide my annoyance. My mom has picked up on it and has called me on it. But she does the same thing with my kids! Doesn’t anyone else see all the pressure I’m under? Not only do I have a house full of kids which I’ve cared for the last 13 years (just me and hubby) without the help of family, but now I have a live-in mom who has needs she expects me to meet, and be cheerful doing it.
I’m sorry if I’m not able to be everything to everyone. I’m sorry I’m not chipper when I’m feeling pulled and stretched liked taffy, and I’m sorry I tend to escape to my computer to hide away from the demands and chaos of my life. Sometimes escaping is all I have energy for!
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Gina, I have and am walking in your shoes. You cannot be all things to all people, as I would guess you have surmised. Hold on to what is good and true, do the best you can, and take long walks. Really. I’ll pray for you because I know just how hard the line you are walking is.
April 11th, 2008 at 9:20 amGreat post Gina. Very real. It is impossible to be everything to everyone and honestly, we aren’t meant to be. Keep going to God to refill your cup. Blessings to you.
April 11th, 2008 at 10:36 amHi, I can really identify with you! You have my empathy because life can be hard. I helped take care of my elderly mother and now my dad will be 90. Enjoy your weekend! Cindi
April 11th, 2008 at 1:04 pmAnnie, Angela, Cindi, thanks for your encouraging words. I’m glad you understand. It’s something I just needed to get off my chest and I’m glad others can relate to it!
April 11th, 2008 at 7:50 pmGina,
April 13th, 2008 at 3:46 pmHang in there! Believe me, I can relate. Thanks for visiting my blog again, and thanks for your encouragement. Best of luck to you on your manuscripts! That’s wonderful.
Genny