This is my second post, but I haven't told anyone I have a blog yet, so no one has read it. Why? Because I'm insecure about others reading what I'm writing. Why? I have no idea. Probably because I'm a recovering perfectionist. I think it is like any other addiction; you are never cured, just better and continually working on it.
Speaking of insecurities I'm reading a wonderful book that I think all women should read...."So Long Insecurities....You've Been a Bad Friend to Us." by Beth Moore. Beth Moore is a long-lost friend of mine that I haven't met yet. She knows my inner thoughts and my soul. I love her bible studies and her books. Thank you Beth for writing just what I need to hear.
As I had 3 children, I gave up trying to be the perfect super-mom...perfectly clean house, perfect meals on the table, perfectly dressed children (I gave up and let Peter wear his shorts and cowboy boots everywhere.) Perfection is one of the best things I ever gave up. And gave up, and gave up. I don't have to work on it as much any more. I credit that on being over 50.
If had one piece of advice to young mothers, young women, it is stop trying to make everything perfect and enjoy the imperfect moments. Also....laugh more.
So here I am, posting imperfect posts and writing imperfectly.
I hope some young woman/mom can learn from me.
Enjoy more, laugh more and perfect less.
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Carol, I'm so glad that you decided to create this blog, and that you are sharing it. I, too, am a recovering perfectionist. Circumstances and "maturity" have afforded me a better perspective on what is really important - and what I can and can't control!!
ReplyDeleteI am going to tell Sarah about your blog; I'll be thrilled to have her learn from you!
Yeah Carol has a blog. I remember that you always had interesting things to say. This should be a good blog.
ReplyDeleteGreat blog! I'm still in the middle of the Beth Moore book, and you're right. It's fantastic wil a lot of good wisdom I need to hear right now.
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy you have a blog!