this hit home. a very messy one at that. i’ve recently heard on more than one occasion a friend of one my children say that our home is a bit ‘messy.’ it’s hard not to take offense to that. but really, what’s more important – those important moments you get to spend with your children, or those dishes piling up in the sink? honestly, i’ll admit, cleaning is not my thing. and yes, i do want our children to live in a home that is tidy and taken care of – but, pass up a chance to bond with one of our children or snuggle up with a good book – i’m choosing that time every time. i’m not feeling guilty about that, are you? those moments pass far too quickly. i think most parents would agree, it’s time well spent. my house might be messy, but my kids are happy. so please, kindly excuse the mess because we’re making memories.
“Sometimes it comes down between cleaning the house, and taking (our children) to the park. Or spending time having fun with them, or teaching them to read or write. Sometimes I can either do the dishes, or teach our son how to ride a bike, or our daughter how to walk. I’d rather do those things, frankly. I’d rather not be that mom who ignores our kids, and myself, because I’m so busy worrying about what the neighbors might think of our messy house.”
Inspiring Kids 