Mr Mom: Part 2
Things I’m learning (mostly about myself) in my new role as Mr. Mom:
- I’m not nearly as proficient at blogging as Lana.
- I don’t take nearly as many pictures as Lana. Sorry for the lack of visual appeal on the blog lately.
- I actually can cook oatmeal without burning it, which makes Lauren quite happy.
- Working from home is great! I am far more efficient and productive than when I am in the office. However, I do miss the social aspect of working in the physical presence of others. I can see why it is important for stay-at-home moms to “get out of the house.”
- God has granted me great favor at work and I am incredibly thankful for it. I have a great boss and I am part of a great team.
- Serving my wife can be really, really exhausting…but it’s also incredibly rewarding!
- I have enough energy to serve others during times of crisis. That means I have enough energy to serve others when things are fine too. My excuse that “I’ve had a long day” is gone!
- I am very anal about keeping the kitchen clean. The rest of the house can be a wreck but, for some reason, I like the dirty dishes to be in the dishwasher, the sink to be clean and the counters to be clear of clutter. I think I am driving my dad crazy!
- I am a much better dad/mom when things are tough, perhaps because I am more focused on being a parent than on doing other things I do normally (like taking pictures, making videos and having “me” time).
- Prayer really does work. I knew this before but love having renewed confirmation.
- I am grateful for people who see a need and simply do something to meet it.
- I have the best wife in the world!
Thanks Dave for taking such good care of my precious daughter and granddaughters.
You’re welcome! Generally speaking, they are pretty easy to take care of.
Uh huh. Your kitchen did look fab!
“I can see why it is important for stay-at-home moms to “get out of the house.” CAN I GET AN AMEN??!!! So nice to hear/read from a guy!
Amen.
Hi Dave, I know what you mean about the kitchen only I can’t even have dishes in the dish washer. They have to be clean and put away. My son askes why we even have one. I do use it to steralize jars for canning. I hope Lana is feeling well and Hope is comfy and Lauren gets lots of candy and you get some rest. Feburary will be here before you know it, hang in there Lana. God bless. In Christ, Joe