Okay ladies, if I had to guess, many of you like me feel overwhelmed from time to time by the long list of "to dos" that you have waiting for you each and every day. As wives and moms, we have many things pulling at our time. Whether you work outside your home; you work inside your home; or both, your life is busy.
I am getting ready to go back to work teaching in our Christian school which means less time at home to do the things that need to be done. I have been thinking that I need to come up with a game plan now rather than waiting and feeling like I can't keep up with everything. So, for today's post I am simply going to share a few practical ideas that I plan to use more often in my own life and home.
1. Have a plan (schedule your time)
Proverbs 14:1 says, "A wise woman buildeth her house; but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands." Before any person begins to build, they lay out a plan. The same is true for wives and moms, it is important to plan (schedule) our time. Buy an inexpensive calendar or use your smart phone to plan out your time. Write down appointments, things to do or projects to work on and let that be a guide for you. A few moments every day spent in planning can save many wasted minutes and even, hours, throughout the week.
2. Be prepared (take mental note of the future and things that will be happening)
Proverbs 31:27 says, "She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness." This entire chapter speaks of many things the wise woman will do as it pertains to her family. This verse in particular speaks to preparation and hard work. A woman who is "looking" is preparing for what is to come. Life can take unexpected turns from time to time and the more prepared we are, the less opportunity to be caught not ready for something. For example, lay out school clothes the night before; plan a week of meals; and schedule your cleaning time...just to name a few practical ideas. Preparation does help to ease the stresses in life, but don't get so rigid that you lack flexibility. Balance is the key.
3. Enjoy your family and home (spend time together and create memories)
Colossians 3:23 says, "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men."
Now, this may seem like an odd verse for this point, but what I am trying to convey is that your relationship with those in your home should be given your best. Create memories by creating your own family traditions. Sometimes, the house may not be "spotless" because your schedule has been full, but when your focus is on your loved ones, they will remember that. They won't remember a dusty shelf (unless it has been months and you can write your name in it...lol), but they will remember that you spent time with them. I am not advocating that we don't clean our homes...I am just saying, spend time with your husband and kids too. Don't neglect one for the other. Balance is the key.
These three things are all very basic and honestly, are not new thoughts. May I also say, do not compare your home to that of other people. We as woman can drive ourselves crazy when we start the comparison game...thinking we have to be like everybody else. Many women "burn out" trying to "keep up with the Joneses". It isn't worth the price you will pay. Make your home what God wants your home to be and love your family the way God has created you to love them. Noone can take your place!
The last thing we want is to not give our families our best; however, when we are tired or frazzled that can easily happen. If we plan ahead, then we are more likely to keep everything running smoothly and to keep our families cared for and happy. You know that old saying, "if momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy"...well, our goal is for our family, including ourself, to be and stay happy.
So, to you busy wifes and moms, may you find strength today to do what needs to be done and grace to let go of those things that can wait until tomorrow.
From My Heart,
Robyn
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