Mommy Meltdown

And now for the positive:

1. The oldest has taken numerous outings in underwear and is really potty training.

2. Organized a fun family dinner party with an old friend.

3. Made chocolate chip cookies for the oldest one's class at school.

And now for the not-so-positive:

Alright, so I admit it. I had a mommy meltdown yesterday. Considering that I only have one or two of these a year, it's a big deal. And it all started with a small, but suprising oven fire. I forgot to put away left over chicken and then started the broiler. Lots of smoke, slightly scared older one, and one very stressed mommy.

Sometimes we just have to admit that there has to be a family restructuring before we can move on. It was obvious to me that I had so many things on my mind that I was forgetting things. Forgetting the chicken probably doesn't seem like that big of deal, but it was just the straw that broke mommy camel's back.

As "Sacrament Season" appraches, the hubby is under strict instruction to pull a bit more weight around the house. The oldest must help with her responsibilities. And the littlest one needs to slow down the teething. Seven teeth at nine months.

Dr. Mom's Prescription: More rest, more praying, more quiet time, and more mommy time.