I have been told that many of my posts are "heavy." Not really sure what that might mean...is it (1)a compliment or slam, and/or (2) is it a good "think about things" kind of heavy or just "ahhhh, to burdensome to read" kind of heavy?? Either way, I decided to be a little more honest tonight! I am a little apprehensive to share...as I may frighten some of you...but no worries, trust me, I am okay. And yes, Cole, Craig, and Reed are alive and unharmed, well maybe slightly harmed.
In preparation for this post, I looked all over the house this afternoon/evening for a card I actually bought years ago for Karen and never sent. I was, as usual, too excited about it and read it to her over the phone so there was no need to send it! Instead of trashing it, I decided to keep it for myself. Every now and again I take it out and read it. Scary to think that it truly makes me feel better....just reading the words. Well, this afternoon was one of those "READ THE CARD" kind of afternoons. If you are wondering why, it is because I have two of the most killer-pitbull-like fighter sons on the planet. And, Reed is coming up the ranks right behind them. Now, before any of you who know my children well say..."Craig???? He is the sweetest...... or "Not Cole, he is so happy...." They ARE that...to everyone in God's Creation...except each other. They are creating a health hazard (instant blood pressure issues, cracked teeth from clenching, anger management issues, etc.) for me, and marital issues for Mike and I. Marital issues like...can we divorce our own children...and often blank stare "What the heck have we done wrong...he is just like you...no just like you!!" Those kinds of issues. I am not a big "spanker"...which has history and is a good thing...just ask those who know me well...however, my resulting antics are more injurying than being hit... I am convinced. And let's just add more honesty to this post and admit that our younger siblings...poor Steve and Kris....were antagonized and injured by Mike and myself to the point of ridiculousness! Mom warned me. Several times. "Kimberly Ann, my pay back will come when you get your turn raising a child just like YOU someday." Now Mom, you've been paid back ten fold! Please...you're with GOD, I need angels to come shut the mouths of your arguing grandchildren!! It worked with the Lions in the den!
Here is the card:
Ahhhh, just the thought de-stresses me....
5 comments:
SUCK IT UP SISTER!!!! Send them to Aunt Karen......:-)
Ahhh..your honesty is refreshing! We have talked how Parker and Cole are two peas in a pod, cut from the same cloth....and there are days, many days...where that babbling brook does seem inviting doesn't it????
And this too shall pass...hang in there. cj
Having children and raising them is a TOUGH job. No one would doubt the difficulty of such a task, even if they had no children. But as I'm sure you know, it isn't all bad:0) You love your kids dearly, and I can only imagine what poor Kris would give to write a post like this one.
God willing, I'm sure someday she will.
dude. I SENT YOU THAT CARD ONCE!!! long time ago. but maybe you TRASHED THAT ONE! love you sister.
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