I mentioned it before that I would have never thought I would resign from the Police Department. However, when God makes it clear to do something you should be obedient. Staying home full time has allowed me to focus on my family full time with no other distractions like work. It has given us much flexibility in the family and has allowed me to ease a lot from my husband. As a wife, I am my husband’s helpmate and it is such a blessing to do life with him. He is able to focus on his walk with the Lord and provide for his family.
Becoming a stay-at-home mother was not my initial desire. I was able to manage a full-time job with children. However, with a few changes in my career and our growing family, this became a struggle. Something was going to have to “give” and it was not going to be my family. Also, the stress and priorities that came with being a Police Officer are not easy. Through lots of prayer and guidance, it was made clear from the Lord where he wanted me to be. As we stepped into faith with obedience, the Lord has provided and opened up other doors of blessings and surprises. Daily, we pray for His will to be done on earth as it is in Heaven. If you need to make a decision that is very important, stay in prayer. Ask other fellow believers in Jesus to join you in prayer.
The Lord is faithful. He deserves all praise and honor!
Psalm 16:7-11, NKJV
“I will bless the Lord who has given me counsel;
My heart also instructs me in the night seasons.
I have set the Lord always before me;
Because He is at my right hand I shall not be moved.
Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoices;
My flesh also will rest in hope.
For You will not leave my soul in Sheol,
Nor will You allow Your Holy One to see corruption.
You will show me the path of life;
In Your presence is fullness of joy;
At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore”.
BUT, it is not all easy being home full time. Here are a few struggles a stay at home mommy may encounter:
- Burnout may be quicker! Since you are home and focusing on the household, this can be very tiring! Make sure you are eating and sleeping!
- Making self-care a priority. Take care of yourself! Carve out time for YOU!
- Isolation if you do not have a strong network around you. Try to connect with other mothers that are walking in the same direction as you!
- Saying NO! You cannot always say yes- that goes for yourself, family and friends. Check out my previous post https://bibleandcake.com/sometimes-you-have-to-say-no/
- Make sure to connect with your husband. This is a priority for the marriage and family as a whole!
- Meal plan! Sometimes after cooking for the family, you do not have a desire to eat what you made so have healthy snacks and meals for you!
