With dad being away, I have had to hold down the fort:
Lessons, sports, dinners, homework, Family Home Evening....
It's me. Just me.
It's been tiring and not stop, but it's okay.
It think somehow we rise to the occasion when we have no other choice.
Okay so tonight's FHE:
Webcast videos off LDS.org. They are the BEST.
for the kiddos.
My lesson tonight: Understanding WHO we are as individuals.
Also to understand that we are each unique in our own way.
President Uchtdorf did a story about the Ugly Duckling.
A classic.
The kids watched it and we talked about it after.
Jake said, "don't worry about what others think about you."
Austin said, " It's who you are inside too, that's what counts."
Ashlyn said, "it's important to stay true to yourself."
and the icing on the cake, Mace said, " It's whuz in your heart." Sweeeeet.good job!
I related this whole concept to our move to Colorado:
New experiences, new friends, new schools: It will be tough. It will be hard. But we can do it. And most importantly, the Stott's "know" who they are. We will make friends and stay true to ourselves.
The kids also need to be good friends and be good examples...I went on and on....Bottom line: Our days may be difficult but it will also be a great (growing) experience for all of us. It will all turn out okay! (just like the ugly duckling turned into the swan in the end....)
(wheeler farm. April 2010. Mace, Lexi, Landri, Aus, and Jake)This past few months, I have been trying to prepare the kids as best as I can for the big move.
As a mother, I know it will be hard for them, but I have to encourage them to keep their heads up and keep going. I can't show the fear or worry I feel inside. I have to stay strong. But also sympathetic, encouraging, and brave.
A few weeks ago... FHE lesson: Optimism. Seeing the glass always half full, not half empty.
They will have so many experiences coming up (in CO) where they will have to see the "good" in each moment, ( Like NOT knowing one person in school at CO! but the good thing: they have each other and make friends fast.) otherwise the half empty attitude can take over.
But thank goodness we have a fab house (in a great neighborhood), new schools (5 yrs old!), new sports facilities (swimming, bball, and soccer all in one), and a big ward (with 110 kids!))
Okay, enough of that.....now go take advantage of the awesome videos on Lds.org!
Good night!
5 comments:
Tawny- loved your post. I relate to the need for "glass half full" optimism. I love seeing you and your kids surviving and thriving during this really hectic crazy time for your family, and it helps me hang in there, one day at a time.
I can't believe after doing everything on your own for so long you have time for great lessons too! I bet your kids loved it. It is getting closer and I am getting sadder. I couldn't sleep last night,(woke up at 2:45 and never fell back asleep) I was thinking of you leaving and I couldn't even concentrate on watcing T.V. it is all I could think about. It will be so weird slash different, but if anyone can make it work it is you!!! You and your family will do great and we will still talk everyday. Love ya
You are such a good mom. Always putting your kids first and preparing them for the move. With your great attitude and awesome lessons, I'm sure they'll thrive and do well! You and your family will be missed...ah...so sad!
But..like you said. Glass half full thinking is best :)
Em, Amber, Brooke: Love you girls!
And Amber, I am with you. The hardest part:Jake and Lexi love. THey are two peas in a pod. Serious, those two are HOOKED at the hip. Like true brother and sister. The good thing is:
I know they will stay best cousins forever. We will make sure of that. always.
Your family is so lucky to have someone like you who has to hold down the fort.
You're doin' good mamma!
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