Change can start with you!

Why is it so hard for women to get along? It seems that there is always competition. A lot of issues in blended families is because of this fact. How can we move from seeing each other in such negative ways? How about instead of her being "his baby momma" she is the person that gave birth to someone who is special to you. Instead of her being "his wife" or "new ???", she is the person that helps provide for your child and has their best interest at heart. Women I know it can be hard I know somebody has a story that they feel is exceptional, trust me I use to think that too, but there is no excuse. Like it or not the ex whatever or new whatever is now a part of your family. Life is to short to be unhappy. We always say how we want our kids to be better than us, start today and become an example of the qualities you want to see in your child. Change can start with YOU!

Surrender

Blended families are hard work!! We are self centered people and when you are a part of a blended family you HAVE to think about others, even the ones you may hate and despise. Maybe God allowed you to be a part of a blended family to prepare you and refine you to be a part of His family! There is a lot of waiting, expecting, and trusting involved in a blended family, all of the things required with faith! Today change your perspective about your blended family, think past self, and discover your purpose!

Hurry up Spring!!!

It seems like I haven't been on here I FOREVER!! Life has been so busy for me lately and stressful. But I can not let this much time past again. This is my therapy as well as my passion. I was sitting here thinking about how I can't wait for the weather to break. I am so ready to see flowers and the sun on a consistent basis. Spring where are you???? Me being impatient about spring made me think how impatient I am about a lot of things. I want everything to happen when I want it. I want things MY way! Being impatient led to a lot of disappointments concerning my family and I must admit it still does. I wonder how many other people think that only their way is the right way and if people would only do what I want, everything will be fine! I know God placed me in this blended family to increase my faith and to recognize that only HE is in control! But God I want the control..... I'm thankful that He is in control because I know things would be a mess if I was. Stop trying to figure things out. More importantly stop trying to do things all by yourself. That is too much stress! Embrace your blended family and the blend of talents you have. You are blended to help support and encourage one another. Spring makes me think about the flowers blossoming. In order for the flowers to blossom, the soil must be right. How is your soil? What do you need to do to allow for growth in your blended family?