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I am just here typing away because I don't have anyone else to talk to right now. I am just so confused!! I love my kids more than words can describe and my love grows more and more with each breath that I take. But sometimes I feel like my whole life is passing me by. I really want to become a Nurse but now with two kids a 6 month old and a 4 year old (special needs) it feels like my goals are out of reach for me. Then on the other hand I feel selfish sometimes because I should just take care of my kids and be happy and accept my life for the way it is right now. I mean sometimes it does get frustrating that my life revolves around them but then I say I wouldn't want it any other way. WHAT is wrong with me that is so contradicting. Has anyone else ever felt like their life is sometimes held back because of their children. Is it normal to feel like this or am I really just selfish and crazy???? ↓
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| Name: heatherdwilson8 | Date: Jan 25th, 2007 2:23 PM |
Don't give up on your dreams!
I know people under a lot of stress and different circumstances can still accomplish dreams... my mom did!!!!
My mom got married at 16, had my older sister at 17 and got divorced. She went on to have me and my younger 3 sisters... 5 girls total! We were truly making it along by the grace of God! She got loans for college and stayed at home and babysat children for money. She started going to night classes and studying her materials during the children's naps the next day. She is now a VEEEERY successful RN and a very loving mom. She makes me strive SOOO hard in life to try to do 1/2 of what she has accomplished.
Please don't give up, you will be admired for your strength each day you try! ↑ |
| Name: lindalu | Date: Jan 25th, 2007 5:35 PM |
| So sorry, but that's what happens when you have kids! Un less you have a lot of friends and family or you are plain rich it is almost impossible to achieve a carea goal while raising children. I was married at 16 had my daughter at 17, she was born with a spinal cord injury. My life was put on hold, now she is 21 and I have a bit more time that I can go to school if I choose. I just dont know what I want to do! sweetcaramlkiss it is never to late to pursue a dream! Take care of your child responsibilities and when the kids are grown then pursue your carea! Just be patient hon! ↑ |
| Name: anjelsin | Date: Jan 25th, 2007 9:32 PM |
| I think that it is normal to feel like that. I too feel like that sometimes. ↑ |
| Name: nchsmom | Date: Jan 26th, 2007 2:35 PM |
| Don't give up yet. Keep on raising your children and doing what you need to. I homeschooled my children for 7 years and now they are in school, my youngest daughter (which was our special needs child) died 2 years ago and now it is my turn for an education. I am in school now and loving it, but if I could have my daughter back I would gladly give up going to school just to spend time with her. I know days can get bad and long, but enjoy the time you have with your children while you can. And no, you are not selfish and crazy, just a mom that is concerned and busy with loving children. ↑ |
| Name: tlclifft | Date: Mar 5th, 2007 8:48 PM |
| I understand!! I am a mother of five, licensed home based child care owner and I have been attending school for five years now. I take night courses and online courses that help out! I started school with an 8, 6, 4, 2, and infant along with caring for children enrolled in my center. I really wanted this though. I enjoy school and I think of it as a goal I set for myself -even though it is taking years to accomplish each class is one step closer to meeting my goal. I think you will be fine, you need to decide on what you want as an individual. Once you are happy you can make others around you happy. I think it is not at all selfish of you, actually you will be working for a better future for your children-that is what matters right? Anyway, good luck to you and whatever you do keep going-do not quit once you start something for as time goes by you will be proud of your accomplishments and your children will look up to you for you have succeeded!!! ↑ |
| Name: kah1970 | Date: Mar 24th, 2007 8:31 PM |
| I know how you feel. I have 2 kids one is 7 the other (special needs) is 3. Don't feel guilty about wanting more for yourself. Nothing is impossible. I have just completed a home study course in Health and Social Care. It was hard work juggling assignments/kids/housework, but i did it and and i passed and i've just applied to university to become a midwife. Do something that gives you the confidence to pursue your ambition, like a home study course or voluntary work at a hospital. I hope you have support around you. Theres nothing wrong with wanting more from life - your kids will love you more for it. ↑ |
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