After the hustle and bustle of the holidays comes the "winter blues". The glitter and shine are gone and we are left with cold, snow and recently thunderstorms with tornado warnings in February. This is the time where viruses seem to prevail and it seems like winter will never end. We all know it will and soon enough there will be some other element of weather to wish away.
Tonight I find myself asking, "What if we were thankful for the opportunities that winter weather can bring us?" What would our list look like? Without winter, I wouldn't have found out how much my kids liked to snow-tube. My son wouldn't have thrown a snowball hitting my husbands square on the back of his head. (It was one of those moments that as a parent you know you shouldn't laugh so you hide your face away and chuckle silently.) I think I would lose precious cuddle time with my kids and husband.
Why do we wish our time away so quickly? I find myself asking this question maybe because I know that someday I will say, "time just flew by". So, I am going to cherish what we have left of winter. It isn't much, but soon enough we will be wishing it was just a little cooler outside. It's only natural to want what you don't have. However, I think we should all take more time to think about what we do have and thank the Lord for all of our blessings!

How will our children act as adults?

I think about this everyday when I am at work. I can forgive the screaming child that isn't getting the toy they want. I can also understand why a child would find it funny to hide in a clothing rack while their parent frantically searches for them. (Not that I condone that sort of behavior.) When your little, life is a game. However, I often wonder what kind of adult my children will grow up to be. Funny, although I think my parents did a good job of raising me, it wasn't until I had kids that I realized that life doesn't revolve around me. What is hard for me to understand is the parent who is "connected". By "connected" I mean talking on their cellphone, while their child hides in a rack. I don't believe these people are bad parents. I just think that society in general is growing farther apart, even when it seems like we are "connected". Let me explain further....

Since I had children, I am trying to be a better person, even when they are not with me. I often look around me while I am working and wonder why people seem like they don't care? Are we raising a generation that isn't going to have to talk to one another face-to-face? Will our children learn to communicate through computers and cell phones before they learn how to give a proper handshake?

There are many opportunities on a day-to-day basis that we could use to teach our children great "people" skills. How would you feel if someone told you that your child made them feel insignificant? Would you take it personally?
Would you admit that you unintentionally set that example for your child?

Take this scenario: Mom is talking on the cell phone in the check-out line. The child is playing with all of the candy on the display in the check-out aisle. Mom stays on the phone during the entire transaction and doesn't say a word to the cashier. This was a missed opportunity. What about simply saying, "hello" when it is your turn to pay? Thus, setting an example of simple politeness. Incidentally, the cashier might appreciate being able to do their job and engaging you in polite conversation. You also give the impression that the cashier isn't significant enough to even acknowledge. (No, I am not a cashier, but I do work in retail.) Oh, by the way, said mom then either a.) yells at their child for making a mess, but doesn't clean it up or b.) simply isn't paying attention and doesn't notice that their child has made a mess.

I'm not a perfect person and I'm certainly not a perfect mom. My goal is to raise my kids to be great adults. Hmmm....looks like I should heed my own advice and cuddle up with my little one. It won't be long before I am hearing, "ewww mom, I can't give you a kiss my friends will make fun of me."

My First Blog

You might ask why I chose "Lucky Mama". I chose it because I am extremely lucky to have a great husband and 2 beautiful boys. I can't forget about my extended family, friends, and especially my 2 lab dogs! I have a good job, although challenging at times, it really has helped me grow as an individual and professional.

I have never blogged before, so it is new to me. I like to write and I think blogging is a creative outlet. I have no ulterior motives and I'm not trying to sell anything. I enjoy writing and hope that there are are other working moms that can relate. Don't worry, if you're not a working mom it's alright. Trust me, I am sure there will be plenty to relate to.