Skip to main content

A Wonderful Woman


I am very thankful for my Mother-in-law. 

Momma with our Josh (left) and his cousin
I am sure that some think this is crazy or that I am trying to kiss up.  Well I am crazy so it may be.  I can assure you that I am not trying to kiss up.  With this woman that is of no use!  My only regret with her is that I spent too much time being intimidated of her.  Anyone who has met her I am sure can understand this.  The first time I met her was about after a month of dating her son.  He introduced me and her reply was, "and just who is Stacey?"with a deep glare in her eyes.  I sat in his Aunt's living room for 2 hours answering questions.  As we got in the truck to leave I told him to find a bathroom quick because I was so scared that I didn't ask to use the bathroom and I had to go when we got there!  Did I mention I met her for the first time on her birthday.
Some would think that it would be a burden to live so close to their in-laws.  For me it is a huge blessing.  My Mother-in-law is a huge blessing.  During my first pregnancy my Mom lived in CO.  My Mother-in-law was here.  She was a lot of my wisdom.  She was with us in the delivery room, the only one who really paid attention to me, understanding my moments that day.  I cannot even begin to count the times I alone have called on her help, not to mention the times combined with my husband.  In all those times I can only recall two times when she did not.
She is one tough cookie.  She will tell it like it is, even when those around her are embarrassed.  The look in her eyes will burn right through you if you let it.  She is strong.  You will answer with ma'am.  If you are her grandchild, you will call her Grandmother.  She doesn't like her picture to be taken.  You will pronounce our last name correctly, or have a lesson.  You will not crack fingers, toes, backs or any other parts anywhere within about a mile radius of her.  You can count on her to do what she says.  When she sets her mind to something, she does it and does it right (I am sure this is where my hubby gets it).  She is full of wisdom.  I know when my children are with her they are learning ~my oldest knows more about plants than I ever will~ and they are working.   
I have been taught by her.  Encouraged by her.  Put in my place (ever so gently).  Been allowed to keep my marriage and family without her popping in opinions.  Except of course when I ask.  And yes I do go to her for advice, frequently!  There are many days that I  do not know what I would do without her.  For all that she is and all that she does I have and continue to affectionately call her "Momma".  I am sure that she would prefer something more formal like Mother, but she answers without correcting me so it can't be too bad. 
Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Not the Momma I thought

This was written January of 2014 Last night I baked cookies with my doodle.  My youngest girl, my sweet Sam.  I didn't do it because I wanted to.  I didn't do it because I had a hankering for something sweet.  I did it because I didn't want her to ask me anymore.  You see my oldest decided she wanted to make cookies for another Awana club on Sunday.  We got the chocolate chips.  Had her pull the ingredients down.  Showed her where the recipe was on the bag.  Told her to have fun, she was on her own.  This "was her thing".  The two oldest made cookies.  Sweet Sam was left out.  Since, my sweet doodle has been begging (at times whining) to make cookies, cause this Momma promised we would.  She was right.  I promised.  I didn't give an exact day or time.  I don't know how I will feel from one moment to the next with these crazy pregnancy hormones.  And h...
Post a Comment
Read more

The Countdown Begins...

It has been a very hectic past few months. My oldest is now 6 and my middle child is 3, oh me, time is going by way too quickly! All followed up by my youngest turning 1 in October. eek! So the countdown started yesterday. I gave notice and my last day working outside of my home will be June 30th. Yes a long notice...but I felt like it was necessary. Even more necessary is for me to take on my God given role to raise up my children in the way they should go. I am excited and yet nervous. I am coming home to be a worker in my home - to the most important job that I could ever do! I definitely don't want to mess it up. So not only is the long notice for my current boss, but also so that I can prepare myself for all that awaits me. Things will definitely be changing in our household, but I am sure that they will all be for the better so long as we keep our gaze on Him.
1 comment
Read more

Happy Birthday to me!

Actually it was yesterday but I'm just now getting around to writing about it. It was not quite as eventful as birthdays when I was a kid. They never seem to be anymore. The last one that a fuss was made over was 18 (I didn't do the whole "21" thing). These years they just seem to come and go like about everyother day, with the added benefit of dinner out. This one has definietly made memorable. It really was a great day depending on what perspective you take. I must say last year I wouldn't have looked on it all with such optimism. It started with breakfast with Belle and Cinderalla at Chick-fil-a. And of course my three most precious princesses were there to enjoy it with me. I even talked my hubby into coming and being our photographer for the morning. We made tiaras and the girls had their nails painted. Then they played in the Princess Bounce House. It was some very enjoyable girl time. After breakfast we went to Michaels. I haven't been th...
Post a Comment
Read more