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You know you have lived in Finland too long when...


Here are my overly smiley half-American boys.Thanks mom for the care package!

3. When a stranger on the street smiles at you:
a. you assume he's drunk
b. he is insane
c. he's an American

Well easter has arrived and every year I think I am going to provide some grand tradition for my children and hub to look back on. After stressing about it my better half tells me that all the family wants is my time. Duh.

It makes sense, in the moment I want to show off my motherly-hot-housewife skills. But really I find that kind of difficult. I enjoy reading other's blogs. Often they have fun ideas how to have theme family nights, etc. However, I can't find myself to do that. I am creative, but I lack a vihicle and a 99cent store.

I put so much pressure on myself to do these things that I end up stressing myself and the whole family out. I am way human, I can't do everything. My boys would be happy if I played Hide-And-Seek for all day. I asked my oldest at bedtime, "B, how can I be a better mom? What can I do for you?" Do you know what he said!?

"Pray mommy." Knowing his Finnish is stronger than English I reiterated my question and still got the same answer. Sometimes I think I try to make myself super-human or omniscient and realize that that is not who I am. Sorry, if I make myself seem superior or know-it-all. I AM NOT! Jesus is, and thank God, He knows best!

It is like I don't get it that I have three young ones under four years of age. I love them and I know they need me. Any encouragement and wisdom is welcome!


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Bonnie said…
Yes, I know exactly what you mean! I read other mom's blogs about how they do themed crafts, meals, decorations, etc. at different times and I feel so boring. Then I remember that I have two babies under 21 months, and I realize that they just want me to play with them and love them (and feed them!). James just wants me to be happy and calm, not stressed out. You are doing a great job with your kiddos as you rely on Him to help you through each day.

P.S. I didn't vote on Facebook when I checked in today, but I would love for you to come to SoCal so that we could hopefully have a meal together with our families. :)
April 22, 2009 at 11:49 PM
Pete and Kimberly said…
Well, I'm a bit behind in reading blogs, so I hope you read this comment even though it's way late! I think you are doing an amazing job as a mom and a wife. Like you said, you are not JC, but you are striving to be like Him and allowing Him to change you when He points something out. It's also great that you listen to your husband's wise counsel (like the fam just wants your time) and to B's advice to Pray. Keep it up, sista!
Much love, Kimberly
May 25, 2009 at 6:24 PM
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