It seems in our culture there’s a constant struggle for more. A larger house, a newer cell phone, a flashier car.
Of course there’s nothing wrong with pursuing the things you truly desire. But I think many times the drive for newer/bigger/better has nothing to do with things that we ourselves want.
Relationships require tender loving care to stay strong. RancherMan & I are 25+ years in love, y’all. It makes us smile that so many people (including complete strangers) comment that we must be newlyweds.
But like any relationship, it doesn’t just grow on its own. We take steps to keep it strong, we make sure to find time for each other.
I’ve learned some important lessons about motherhood. I’ve learned it’s much more than being the woman giving birth to a child. Much more!
Not all mothers were present at their child’s birth. There are some amazing moms out there – whether biological moms who have been there from day one to moms who came into their child’s life later.
There are adoptive moms, grandmothers raising their grandchildren and so many more.
Whether mourning a death in the family, dealing with illness or even just feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities of a new baby, those going through hardships are comforted when others bring food.
I’m sharing a handy list of meal ideas when taking food to a family, whether for illness, grieving families or ‘just because’.
This Covid-19 thing has people nervous, scared. Their whole world has changed. In our area people had been requested to stay home from work. Some were struggling to home-school their children, necessities were hard to find in the grocery store.
Worries abound
Will my family get ill?
Will we have enough to eat?
What about my bills?
Learn To Recognize Stress In Your Family
Anxiety is high. So high in fact that there are news reports of children suffering extreme abuse due to the stresses their parents were feeling about all that’s going on.
Child abuse cases are up. Domestic violence cases are up. Stress is high.
So y’all, be sure to recognize your own stress, or stresses experienced by your family members.
Here’s a link from Health & Human Services with tips for recognizing & managing stress in your family due to COVID-19.
Find Joy In Your Days
Do what you can to bring joy into your life. Get outside when you can and feel sunshine on your face. Putter in the garden. Serve lunch picnic style in your backyard or even your living room floor.
Turn on the music and have dance contests with your kids. Open the windows at home and let in some sunshine.
Get dressed in the morning, don’t just languish in your pj’s. Play a game together as a family – laughter is the best medicine.
I don’t have all the answers y’all. But I do feel those same stresses of uncertainty just as all of you do, so I understand.
We’re in this together.
Please, take care of yourselves.
This too shall pass…
Love & peace to all.
~TxH~
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In our area earlier this year, shelter-at-home had been ordered for all but essential reasons. Many people were feeling the pressure of being stuck at home for an extended length of time.
But as is typically the case, your perception could very well determine your outlook. Consider this:
You’re not stuck at home – you’re STAYING SAFE at home!
If shelter-at-home is ordered in your area, it’s an effort to stem the tide of new infections. If not for yourself, then please, please, PLEASE stay home for the sake of those whom you love!