The thing I love about setting intentions is keeping them and so I am writing again, despite a lack of inspiration this week.
It's been a difficult, challenging and uninspired week. We knew it would get harder before it gets easier but knowing something theoretically and living it in reality are two totally different things.
"How are you doing?" is the most common question I get and I desperately want to find an answer that sums up the feeling of sadness, fear, anger, frustration and anxiety sprinkled with moments of pure joy, excitement and love. It's a strange and crazy reality, one that I suspect many parents of children with emotional difficulties experience on a daily basis.
Or parents in general for that matter. It certainly is one big flippin' learning experience after another.
Preschool drop off is always a fun and exciting part of the day around here. Not because I'm dropping her off somewhere, but because of the excitement and joy on her face that I'm taking her somewhere that she LOVES and learns so much at. Remember the days of being so excited to get to school and see your teacher and create some beautiful piece of art or discover a new favorite activity? Definitely joyful.
Some days that's my inspiration point. Some days that's my joy.
Other days, as a friend recently pointed out, just knowing I provided a safe place for my kids to lay their heads at night is the best I can do.
Today I had a brief moment of comfort when I saw one of Kelsey's middle school teachers sit by her side, put her hand on Kelsey's hand and heard her say "Your mom has her job to do and she's here doing it, making sure you are safe and taken care of. You should know you are blessed to have such a mom."
It has been a tough and challenging week but like I said, there are surprises of joy sprinkled in.
It comes in all different shapes and sizes, have you found your joy moment today?
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