Comments on Momopoly: Burnt to a Crisp

Kate - my prayers are with you during this time of...

2009-09-08T19:24:56.409-04:00

Kate - my prayers are with you during this time of rest and re-prioritizing in your life. I have been where you are and I hope you feel more at peace soon.
Blessings and Grace...

Thank you for sharing. I felt this way mid-summer....

2009-09-07T14:07:57.106-04:00

Thank you for sharing. I felt this way mid-summer. Then, I got things back on track in August, at least I had a plan for focusing on the really important stuff and was taking baby steps to make things better. Then, God threw me a total curveball and ruined everything. That's where I am.

Hi Kate, I'm late to the party; but wanted to le...

2009-09-07T14:04:30.229-04:00

Hi Kate,

I'm late to the party; but wanted to let you know I'll be praying for you to.

You are so not alone, Kate. God bless you for the...

2009-09-07T13:52:05.594-04:00

You are so not alone, Kate. God bless you for the courage to share your heart. I'm praying for you.

Okay, so I desperately want to personally respond ...

2009-09-05T21:25:48.202-04:00

Okay, so I desperately want to personally respond to each and every one of you for your lovely, lovely comments, words of encouragement, etc., and I started to do just that. Then I glanced at the ticking clock and realized I must not whittle away anymore time before prayers and bedtime. Thus, here's an impersonal thank you to all of you. I am so blessed. Sometimes a mom who's worn out just wants to know she's not alone in her struggles (or her joys!). That's what all of you have done for me. Thank you.

Peace & Prayers,
Kate

Kate, You are not alone in your mom burnout. I thi...

2009-09-04T16:14:17.948-04:00

Kate,
You are not alone in your mom burnout. I think we all have it every now and then. You are being smart by taking a break and trying to do what's best for yourself. I hope you get some rest! Take as long a break as you need! People always come before things!

Love you!
Jessica

You are so not alone, Kate. In fact, I'm surprised...

2009-09-04T13:10:58.917-04:00

You are so not alone, Kate. In fact, I'm surprised I haven't lost more of the baby weight from Anthony, I'm being spread so thin! It's hard to lose the weight, though, when I'm turning to food instead of God. It's hard to be at peace when I'm turning to that third cup of coffee instead of God. It's hard to be the patient, loving momma that I ought if I'm turning to the computer instead of to God.

You are right to recognize that things get out of balance. You are lucky to realize it's God calling his beloved Kate home.

Not literally, of course. ;)

You know what I mean.

Take care and get HEAPS of fresh air & exercise. Our children's laughter helps lots too.

These are the hardest years, Kate. I'll keep you ...

2009-09-04T09:53:06.813-04:00

These are the hardest years, Kate. I'll keep you in my prayers this week.

Dearest Kate - I love you. I hear you on these fee...

2009-09-04T08:23:24.049-04:00

Dearest Kate - I love you. I hear you on these feelings....I've been there.

Let's do that playdate soon...and drop the girls off anytime (ME too) so we can play with them and you go be you for a bit...even a nap.

Movie night???!!!

I'm with Sarah R - I'll be praying for you that Mary can also lift you up with her intentions and that with prayer and thinking, you can feel some peace again.

I'm sorry I'm just now seeing this!!!

Much love!!

I'm so sorry you're burned out, Kate! We've all b...

2009-09-03T18:42:34.306-04:00

I'm so sorry you're burned out, Kate! We've all been there. It will get better, of course - especially if you take time to care for yourself.

I'll be praying for you throughout this next week. Love to you.

As always, praying for my sweet friend Kate. Thank...

2009-09-03T08:33:56.724-04:00

As always, praying for my sweet friend Kate.
Thank you for your honesty here - you are not alone!
Take good care of yourself!

You'll be in my Mother Teresa novena tonight and f...

2009-09-03T00:15:03.783-04:00

You'll be in my Mother Teresa novena tonight and for the remainder of the novena. Take it easy. Be good to yourself and family. Mother Teresa said, "Love Begins at home."

Love and prayers,

Donna-Marie

Totally, totally get it. Be intentional with rest...

2009-09-02T22:43:41.050-04:00

Totally, totally get it. Be intentional with restfulness and pursue His peace.

Most of us can relate! I hope this time of R&R wi...

2009-09-02T20:49:35.248-04:00

Most of us can relate! I hope this time of R&R will be fruitful for you and your family. Prayers!

Kate, Yes, I understand. Mom burnout is real. If ...

2009-09-02T18:34:51.336-04:00

Kate,

Yes, I understand. Mom burnout is real. If you are in the mood to read a good book that might help - "The Relief of Imperfection" by Joan Webb is wonderful. We all try so hard to do so much. I wish you all the best!

Patrice Fagnant-MacArthur
http://spiritualwomanthoughts.blogspot.com

Dear, dear Kate. My heart goes out to you, and beg...

2009-09-02T18:21:55.341-04:00

Dear, dear Kate. My heart goes out to you, and beginning tomorrow, you will be my rosary intention. I pray that Mary will hug you tightly (but not so tightly that it hurts) and that Jesus will rub your back and comfort you, even though He seems so far away.

Good for you, my friend, for your discernment.

Hugs and many blessings,
Sarah

Right there with you. Prayers and blessings for y...

2009-09-02T15:43:49.081-04:00

Right there with you. Prayers and blessings for you.

I think you are SO very wise for taking at least...

2009-09-02T15:21:50.204-04:00

I think you are SO very wise for taking *at least* a week - and you are definitely not alone in how you feel - your honesty is VERY appreciated and admired!!

Kate, People before things. Always. I agree, t...

2009-09-02T15:10:42.030-04:00

Kate,

People before things. Always.

I agree, take time. Giving yourself permission is the first good, healthy step.

Hugs from afar,
Pat

Good luck, Mama. I hope you find some peace. I s...

2009-09-02T14:24:36.457-04:00

Good luck, Mama. I hope you find some peace. I seem to have lost mine as well :(

Kate, I hope you get some well-deserved rest and ...

2009-09-02T14:16:31.369-04:00

Kate,

I hope you get some well-deserved rest and relaxation. I wish I lived by you, then you could drop the kids off to play and go take a nap!

Kate, All I can say is, you're not alone either. ...

2009-09-02T13:31:16.744-04:00

Kate,
All I can say is, you're not alone either. I'm right there with you, in virtually everything you described, except I don't have an infant to care for during the night.
Otherwise, you might as well have been reading my mind.

I don't know if you're a fan of St. Francis de Sales or not, but his wisdom is helping me a great deal right now. He is so gentle and encouraging and down to earth, yet so holy and pure.
Get your hands on a little book called Set Your Heart Free (30 Days with a Great Spiritual Teacher). You can find it on Amazon.

St. Francis dS is my new favorite saint and writer and friend.
Peace be with you, dear lady. I will remember you in my prayers. Before long, we will both be in a better place because the Lord will take us there.

Just breathe, rest, and show yourself some mercy.
Love,
Jennifer

Praying for you! hugs

2009-09-02T12:58:40.719-04:00

Praying for you! *hugs*

You are not alone. When Lily was about 6 months I...

2009-09-02T12:39:46.861-04:00

You are not alone. When Lily was about 6 months I felt the same way. I felt like I was losing my mind. I was exhausted, didn't have enough time, cried over the slightest thing. In my case, my thyroid just wasn't working anymore which made everything I felt magnified. I still struggle to find "balance" if that is possible. But trust me on this, all those people who you think have it together, don't! One thing I learned, don't be afraid to ask for help and its okay if everything isn't perfect. I pray you will find away to feel right with in yourself.

I know exactly how you feel! It's something I str...

2009-09-02T12:34:47.270-04:00

I know exactly how you feel! It's something I struggle with constantly myself. Prayers headed your way!