Monday morning tantrums...

6/25/12

We are off and running today.  I wish I had a nice little story to tell you about what I have planned for the week but a certain four year old has his own plans for my morning.


As I sit here typing he is already in his time out chair and it's only 7:30 am! 





It's going to be one of those days...



"Come to Me for rest and refreshment. The journey has been too much for you, and you are bone-weary. Do not be ashamed of your exhaustion. Instead, see it as an opportunity for Me to take charge of your life.
Remember I can fit everything into a pattern for good, including the things you wish were different. Start with where you are at this point in time and space, accepting that this is where I intend you to be. You will get through today one step, one moment at a time. Your main responsibility is to remain attentitive to Me, letting Me guide you through the many choices along your pathway."   Sarah Young, Jesus Calling



So for this Monday morning, I can only dream of enjoying my coffee in the sweet serenity of the daisies.

What about you?  Are you having a Monday morning of serenity or is it one of tantrums? 

xo, Patty
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19 comments

  1. jaime ♥ raising up rubiesJune 25, 2012 at 8:28 AM

    Patty! how cute is this place! thank you those encouraging words...it hit me right where i needed it most...and thanks for following :)♥ much love

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  2. Ann@A Sentimental LifeJune 25, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    no serenity! had to take my car in for the hail repair and got a rental car...can think of other things I would rather do!

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  3. PatriciaJune 25, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    For me this morning.... Grandson and puppy = chaos. We live in a world of "no Libby" right now.

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  4. CarolynJune 25, 2012 at 9:13 AM

    No serenity this morning for me either!! I won't go into details but it was an awful start to my week!! I believe I will have to buy this book!! The quote is beautiful and a great reminder!! God is good to be so patient with us and put us "in time out" as you do your grandson rather than giving up on us and walking away!

    Hugs, Carolyn@ cottage sunshine

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  5. Sweet Bee CottageJune 25, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    No time outs here today I hope - unless I give one to myself! We're planning to paint today! A Girls' Clubhouse must begin. Hope you find a spot of serenity today.

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  6. PaulaJune 25, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    I was scolded by my 20 year old son because I didn't wake him up this morning. It took me awhile to calm down, so I wasn't very serene at the start of the day!

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  7. Grandma Barb's This and ThatJune 25, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    Patty, I love Sara Young's "Jesus Calling". I went swimming first thing this morning and it makes my mornings so much calmer. Hoping your day will become more serene.

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  8. MelanieJune 25, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    I'm having a wonderful Monday thus far, Patty! It's my day off work, I met a friend for coffee first thing this morning, and now I'm doing some light housework and laundry. It's actually cool enough here today (northern IL) where I have the doors and windows open to let in the sunshine and cool breeze. Back to work tomorrow (in a boring office at a job I don't like) and back up to 99 degrees by Thursday...so I'm trying to enjoy today to the fullest! :-)

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  9. craftylesJune 25, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    Well, I hope the day turned out better than it started. I am late commenting on the laundry room makeover. My laundry is almost the same size, and you have given me some great ideas. You did a wonderful job!!

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  10. Brenda PruittJune 25, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    He didn't get off to a very good start, did he?
    Brenda

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  11. OliveJune 25, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    Not mush serenity here as I have the MINI WEES (grand Kids) for two more weeks and I am not used to little kiddos any more but they are sweet. Hey welcome to BlogHer. I am still figuring it out. hugs, olive

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  12. Visits With MaryJune 25, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    Raising 4 children I have had plenty of tantrum mornings in my life!! Now my mornings are peaceful and quiet, but I earned it!!! The good thing..I have plenty of great memories to keep me company on these quiet mornings!!

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  13. This N ThatJune 25, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    Fortunately, My morning was serene even though it was filled with wash, ironing, cleaning...all that kind of stuff..I'm sure it's hard to do anything with a four year old around..Good luck Patty

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  14. KrisJune 25, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    Oh how I know those kind of mornings! But for me, I woke feeling even better again today, and decided that cleaning the house could not be postponed any longer! I vacuumed, mopped, scrubbed and shined, all day long!!!!!
    Hope your day improved!
    XO Kris

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  15. LindaJune 25, 2012 at 6:52 PM

    Monday morning found me in the garden...since we have no grandchildren yet...I'd even take tantrums to have one...and our boys are all grown...its peace and quiet here...sometimes a bit too quiet!!

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  16. krishnaJune 25, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    every morning i go through tantrums..

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  17. Pom PomJune 25, 2012 at 8:39 PM

    Hi Patty! I love that red bench!
    I have three little grands here for three days and four more joined us for yard fun this morning. Granny's a little ragged!
    I'll try to get up before they do tomorrow and have that peaceful cup of coffee!
    Bless you.

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  18. Janettessage.blogspot.comJune 26, 2012 at 6:29 AM

    Oh too funny...well having a six year old we are dealing with being too active in the house! LOL...for a 51 year old this keeps me on my toes, but it is my child,not a grand.

    Have a great week...love the red bench

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  19. corners of my lifeJune 26, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    I miss the "time out chair". doesn't work anymore for my 25 year old . . .

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