We Mamas are busy, giving and giving and giving. We’re caring for children, keeping a house, on the go and here and there and everywhere. That unconditional, self-pouring love is good. But sometimes I can get so focused on my to-do list and daily tasks that I forget to spend a little time looking out.
Discontentment seems to rear its ugly head when I start to get caught up in “me”: my to-do list, my dreams, my future plans, etc. But life is so much bigger than me! We all want to be seen, we all want to feel like we’re not alone. I want to do my part to let the people in my life know that I really see them. I want them to know that I’m thankful for their support, their example, their love. Truly, I am so blessed to have so many wonderful people in my life and I want to share that love with others too.
Mother Teresa said, “Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time and always start with the person nearest you.” I‘m starting with them and then working my way out, one person at a time.
Here are a few ideas, in case you want to look out too:
+ handwritten thank you notes
+ something to curb the nausea for a newly pregnant mama
+ cleaning supplies or a candle for a new homeowner
+ snack box for a college student’s late night munchies
+ care package for someone who’s mentioned on Facebook/blog post that they’re struggling
+ drawings or paintings for grandmothers or those in assisted living/nursing home
+ flowers delivered to a friend going through a hard time
+ a remembrance gift for someone who lost a child or had a miscarriage
Links to check out:
Sincerely Monday: a gratitude project
Thank You Thursdays: a blog series at Team Studer
