I tried to have an optimistic weekend alone with the kids. We attempted the mall. (I know, that was a disaster waiting to happen.) And It was a lovely morning today and we got to walk a whole block to our church house. We always walk in a little chain holding hands. I usually hold my baby, then in one hand hold my other son's hand- who holds our daughters hand. It always reminds me of the '5 little ducks went out to play' song... Even more if Josh is around and I'm holding his hand. :)
Josh was too tired to go to church today. This is a huge challenge for me- I know church is where I need to be. I need to be there to take the sacrament and to be uplifted to make it through another week... But it is EXTREMELY hard for me to want to go alone to church with 3 small children. We did ok today, and just sat in the foyer on the couches. I told the kids that if they can show me they know how to behave, we can move into the chapel. I've tried bringing some snacks, but that turns into a battle of wanting just to eat the whole time. I am probably to blame for not preparing my children better. But I just don't know what to do to make it a better experience for us all. I love my babies, and I want the to know how important going to church is.
P.S. for any of you with cute little boys. Old Navy is having thier annual baby and kids sale right now. 40% off almost everything. I got my boys each a dress shirt and pants for $14.50 total per outfit- and they looked adorable today!
3 comments:
Jenni,
You're such a trooper! I can't imagine how hard that would be. We only have two, and some Sundays I feel like going crazy. At our ward in Reno we had an amazing sister who had five very unruly children and she came to church every Sunday, her husband was not a member. We had many newly married, childless couples in our ward that would takes turns sitting with them every Sunday to help out with the kids. I know if your anything like me it's hard to ask for help, especially if you don't know a lot of people yet. I bet though, that there would be tons of people that would love the opportunity to get to know you and your kids better, and just have an opportunity to serve you. It would be so much nicer for not to feel like you have to do it alone every week. That's what our ward families are for. We love you guys, and good luck!,
Tara
Jenni-
You are not alone. Sundays are so hard for us as well. Emma does not like going to nursery. So most of the time one of us has to sit with her. We fell like going home is easier but know that we need to be at church at that with dedication she will get it. I teach young womens which means Aarons spends a lot of time with her in the halls. He is so great. Just remember that this life is a test and with faith everything will work out! Love ya
Kira
Good for you still taking them to church--that is so hard, especially when they are getting older and know what's going on, I'm with you, it's so important. It sounds like things are challenging all around for you guys right now. I hope things start looking up and Josh can find a job that suits your families needs.
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