Recharging

Recharging… this is probably one of my most unused tools in my mama toolbelt. There’s a reason why God made the earth and everything in it in 6 days and RESTED on the 7th. Unfortunately it’s a biblical principle that looks better on paper than in practice in my life. But not anymore. I struggle as a working mom to want to be that ‘super’mom. Which means to me that I have to be a good wife, an everpresent and engaged mother, respectful daughter/grandaughter, thoughtful friend, and exemplary employee. But at the end of the day, I’m completely drained with nothing left.
God first… and always God first. First in my thoughts in the morning, first person I go to when I feel discouraged or fear, first, first, first.
   – Read and Memorize His word (it’s what my soul longs for and what I need at all times)
   – Listen to worship (how wonderful will it be someday to be in worship ALL the time in heaven… i can only   
     imagine)
Husband is next
   – Be there to greet him when he gets home
   – Meet his needs
   – Love him unconditionally
   – Make time for him
   – Go to bed at the same time
Children come after
   – Give them God’s word everyday
   – Love them unconditionally
   – Practice discipline in love
   – Play and laugh with them every day
Me time
   – Run/Exercise
   – Do something crafty!
Here’s my list.. it’s a start. Looking forward to see how God uses me in his amazing plan!