Today, as difficult as it may be, I'm thankful for my role as a stepmom. In the midst of my stress and frustration, I have observed other blended families, and it strikes me funny that almost every other family I look at seems to have no issues, whatsoever. They all get along...they all like each other. And when I ask them how they do it, my first thought that follows their response is..."I've tried that...why didn't it work for me?!" So I proceed with asking for suggestions...and it seems like again, I get the same reply, "Well...I don't know, Sarah. Your situation is so different..."
Believe me, I know. I know it's different.
So, I've resulted to prayer. I'm not sure where else to seek advice. But, I am sure that I am a better stepmom this year than I was last year. And, I am sure that I will be even better next year. I ask you to join me. Please keep our gang in your prayers, too - each one of us are affected in a different way. Sam gets to struggle with overcompensating for the lack of male interaction with the twins while not ignoring the constant needs of Maya & Gus. Claudia and Camile get to struggle with adjusting to "Kansas" house rules, sharing their Daddy with 2 younger, demanding toddlers, living with a stepmom who isn't exactly what they're used to (especially when it comes to sewing - their little minds just can NOT grasp the idea that I have no clue how to sew lol), missing their mama, being homesick, and knowing they will be saying goodbye to their Dad for another year in just a short week. And Maya & Gus are...Maya & Gus. They are learning to share their space, their toys, their food, their Daddy...and they're doing exceptionally well, considering the circumstances. I'm predicting that my biggest issues with them will occur in trying to adjust back to "normal" once the girls are gone back to PA. In fact, Maya has already shed tears over the thought of her "sissies" leaving.
*sigh* deeeeeep breath.
What are you thankful for, today?
xoxo,
Sarah
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