Jeremy and I just went out to dinner and I was complaining about how difficult Livi is and how hard my days have been over the last few weeks. She's getting her molars, she's not sleeping, she's not eating, she throws tantrums, she defies authority, she screams all day...you know...a typical toddler.
Yesterday, when I told Jeremy I wanted to put Livi in daycare and get a job, he replied with "You wanted her, now suck it up". I was a little ticked about his lack of empathy, but after seeing this show, he was absolutely right. (I can only admit to him being right because he rarely reads this blog, and he definitely quit reading the moment I mentioned Oprah's name).
This woman didn't complain once, she just told the surgeons to get on with it so she can begin to recover. She didn't say "why me" or go into a depression. She was strong, patient, confident and a true warrior.
I'm such a baby sometimes. So I have a toddler from hell...she's healthy...all my kids are. I have legs to rock her with and arms to smack her with. I have it so easy! I love that inspiration always comes at the right time.
Thanks Oprah for reminding me to suck it up!
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Don't you love it when we get put in our place, and when husbands are right! Good thing its rare! Check out this blog...sounds like the same thing.
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I'm gonna watch this recording of Oprah tonight. Yeah, it's great to have inspirational reminders. You'll be glad that you didn't go back to work. Our kids grow up so fast and then you wonder where the time went. You're a great mom! It will get better - and then it will be worse at times, too. But we're go LUCKY we have them AND we have them without the challenges that other children & parents experience - such as Oprah's guest. Try spending a day with Tayshaun. hehehehehe Love ya, hon!!!!!
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