I’m learning to embrace the mess.
It’s a challenge, but I’m finding there are unexpected gifts hidden beneath the crumbs and crayons.
This week my floors were sticky, but a closer look revealed tiny footprints made with melted ice cream. The chocolate treat had dripped down his chin onto the floor. He’d walked right through the mess and left his mark.
There was spaghetti stuck to the hard wood, but my attention was turned towards the little boy slurping the noodles.
There are puddles on the bathroom floor after a toddler tidal wave. Everything is wet, but he is wild and full of wonder.
Markers and crayons and stickers litter his little table, but he’s deep in thought as he creates a collage of color. His chubby fingers stained a rainbow.
Balloons (slowly deflating) cover the living room floor. A vibrant reminder of the celebration earlier in the week.
Our house may be a mess, but it’s a home full of memories.
*Today I’m linking up with Lisa Jo for Five Minute Friday. You can join the fun and get a dose of encouragement here.
I have similar messes in my home, and although they drive me crazy, I am trying to remember that they are memories in the making. And sometimes it’s okay to have a little bit of a mess to hear the laughter of my little girl.
Ami –
I can relate! I am such a neat freak, so motherhood has thrown me for a loop. 🙂 However, the memories are what matter. The mess can always be cleaned up later! Thanks for stopping by today!
Good Morning Jennifer –
I linked up after you at FMF this morning but am just now getting around to visit. Why? I have my two grandchildren for the weekend while their parents are away celebrating their 10th anniversary. Sophia is 6 & Jocelyn is almost 2. We’ve been up since 5:30 & yes, my house is a mess 🙂 I could so relate to your post this morning! But you are so right, it is the memories which will linger & that is what is most important. Loved seeing the photo of your little guy. He is precious! Enjoy him as it truly does fly by. I am grateful for weekends like this one as it keeps me reminded of the challenges moms continually face every day. Blessings!
Joanne –
Thanks so much for taking the time to stop by my blog today! I hope you have a wonderful weekend with your grandchildren and make memories that will last a life time.
sounds like there was a lot of joy this week in your house…you know he loved it…maybe he’ll help clean it up this weekend? or maybe you can just leave it behind and run to the park!