Another day in the life of the Frazier's.....well we accomplished laundry, a little cleaning, putting away some clothes and a few other odds and ends yesterday before the day came to an end.  I am reminded as a I do the mundane chores of the house how blessed I am that we have a house, clothes to wear and people here to use all of those things. 

Being a mom is tough....

Well its a true statement that rings in my mind daily...being a mom is tough and very trying at times, but one of the most rewarding things I have ever done in my life.  I have been chosen to be the mom of three amazing boys ages 13, 11 and 6.  They are so different, yet I can see where God has weaved their personalities with some similarities as well.  One is strong willed and super independent but has such a sweet tender personality when it comes to snuggling and hanging out with his mom. One has a strong personality and is super indecisive...yet he would walk on hot coals for someone in need and has a heart that is so tender for those less fortunate....The last child has been such a blessing to our family as he started off life in critical condition and stayed in the NICU for four months....his situation led our family into our "wildnerness" experience where we learned how much we needed God and our little family to survive! He loves the Lord with all his heart even at such a young age and keeps us all on our toes :)  Needless to say I parent each of them different and they each respond differently and keep me guessing on lots of things in life.  I finish some days say, "well it was an o.k. day." but for most days I feel very insufficient in my skills as a mom and my ability to parent.  I pray God will guide me and lead me in the right direction each day because I realize I have only one shot at this thing called parenting.  I just pray I am sensitive to the Holy Spirit as he guides me each day though this amazing yet stressful journey in life.  My kids are my world and I want nothing more than for them to grow up loving the Lord with every part of their being and seek his will for their life.  I just pray as I seek his will for my life I will be able to guide them in the right direction, teach them how to listen to that small still voice of God and answer his call for their lives.  Being a mom is tough...but rewarding and the best job ever!! I am so thankful God allowed me to have this job....may I honor him in what I do and how I raise my children.

Good morning World...well as for what today will bring not sure yet but it was an early start for me.  Eli was awake at 7, which is not usual but oh well I did get some uninterrupted early morning snuggle time.  I'll take it even at 7 am in the summer.  Andrew has a friend coming over today. Matthew I'm sure is already bored even though he just raised his head from the pillow, but it is summer you know and boredom has set in.....until school starts and then he will wish for summer again. Oh to be a kid again and have only those little concerns.  Me on the other hand, I need to finish laundry, put it all away, get started on homework for graduate school :( and start cleaning out a room in the basement.  I'm sure the boys will play outside, watch a little t.v., ask me a million times to take them to the pool, etc.  Oh and then I'm going to get a much needed pedicure and much needed time out by myself this afternoon with Jenn.  I can't wait!! I need to get out just for a bit by myself to remain sane.  I love my family but we all need a little alone time......and let's admit as a mom we can't even go to the bathroom alone.  Have a great day!!