Sunday prep and peace

Hello Single Moms

I am writing this post on a Sunday.  It is the start of the week and often the day that sets the tone for the upcoming week.  I have found that if I play this day correctly, I will have a smooth(er) week and it can be a more enjoyable week.  It is all in the prepping; what you need to do to prep and what you actually  do to prep, it will make a difference for you.

For me and my family I know that my shopping must be done.  My meal planning must be done. and my laundry must be done.  I need to know the kid's schedules and any deviations from our normal routine.  My own schedule will often need to change when the kid's schedule is different ... so the more time I have to plan ahead, the better for me to adjust to the changes.

I like to start Sundays with a shower and later in the morning, attend a religious service.  I was raised a Roman Catholic, but I can be flexible.  In fact, last week I attended a Methodist ceremony and I have watched a Televangelist on a cold icy and snowy Sunday morning.  God is important and helpful to me.  I ask for guidance, I ask for help and sometimes I just ask for an ear to hear me.  

When you are a single mom the world throws all sorts of challenges your way.   It is to your advantage to include God in your life and it will help your children as well.  I may sound like I am preaching, but I have turned my back when times were so overwhelming tough and I have turned to God when I felt so beaten down and low.  It is easier to believe that someone or something has got your back.  

Two weeks ago the sermon was about spending time talking to God, but not asking for anything.  It was about spending time talking about your life, your concerns, your fears, etc.  Then you spend about the same amount of time listening.  Open up your heart and listen.  I have been doing this for a while and will admit that sometimes the listening only serves to quiet my fears.  I don't hear answers, but I might just feel a bit of peace.  Peace is good.  It is energizing and it helps when dealing with life's unpleasant moments.  So readers, after you have read this blog and are looking for a good way to start your week, get organized, complete your chores and find a comfortable space in your home and share with God what is going on in your life ... and ... listen for the peace.