There is one thing that every mother regardless of parenting style tries to teach her children – patience. We all say, “Mommy can’t help you right this second, or You have to wait your turn, or Try and be a little patient honey.” Some of us succeed and some of us fail.
But it is good for all of us to remember how hard a life lesson it is. I was reminded last night. I checked my blog after the kids got put to bed at 6:00 (earlier than usual – and as it turned out way too early but that’s another story) and I had 99 hits. I was told that most people did something special to commemorate their 100th hit so earlier that day I had written one (which was surprisingly hard) and I just wanted to post it so I wouldn’t forget. I kept checking and checking throughout the evening as I did other things becoming increasingly impatient the whole time.
I ate dinner – still 99.
I homeschooled my nightowl – still 99.
I read a chapter of my husbands book into a recorder for him – still 99.
I read some of my favorite blogs – still 99.
I dealt with my almost 4 year old who had just gotten up from a nice “nap” – still 99.
I got ready for bed – still 99.
I was just as wiggly and antsy as any child and I would have nagged and whined like they do if there was anyone listening. I am glad that I had a glimpse back at a major childhood challenge – especially since today is a holiday that does not start until dark. There will be a lot of impatient little ones in my house today – and one mommy who understands.
