One of my son’s favorite phrases when he or someone else does something wrong is, “epic fail.” We’ve kind of picked up on it and we tease him when he does anything stupid (yes, we say stupid in our house, sue me.) He always seems to get a kick out of it when one of his parents responds to him by saying, epic fail.
When we say it to him, we are joking, but I am not joking when I say that much of the time, I feel like an epic fail. Hardly a day goes by that I don’t throw my hands up and exclaim in frustration, I can’t do it all!
I read this post last week, and I want to share it with you because I have a feeling I’m not alone in feeling like an epic fail half the time.
In Why you don’t have to make everything perfect this Christmas… Holley reminds us that in our weakness, He is sufficient.
At this time of year and always, I am so thankful for a merciful Savior.
Haven’t read the link yet, but I’m headed straight there. First, I wanted to let you know you most definitely are not alone! Hang in there … today’s a new day; and so are tomorrow and all the ones after that. You’re probably being too hard on yourself.
Great post. And yes, He is sufficient! I wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your blog. This is a blog I always click on when a new post comes up. There is something about it that always draws me to it. Best wishes to you and your family.
Jo-Lynn you are no where near an epic fail. You do so much more than most mothers I know, I think that qualifies you for an epic success or win.
But I do totally get the feeling you are talking about and yes He is more than sufficient, I need to learn to lean on him more in my weakness and remember I don’t have to do it all and don’t have to do it all alone.
(And you aren’t a bad parent for saying stupid…we say that quite often, in fact on our catch phrases when the kids do something really stupid, like doing something they more than know they shouldn’t is asking them “Have you gone stupid” or “Have you lost your mind”…then we all laugh and giggle and move on . Its the quirks that make a family run so well)
Ah…I could write a very imperfect book on the lessons I’ve learned on perfectionism. I think most women do…we have so much to think about, and trying to stay two steps ahead of children at all times is exhausting. I struggle with perfectionism, wanting to control everything, trying to do it all…and coming up short every. single. time. I’m also thankful that God gently and patiently brings me to the end of myself, helps me up– if I can remember to reach my hand out to Him– and lovingly reminds me that He is sufficient. Someday I’ll learn to trust Him BEFORE I fall (my epic fail moment) but until then, I’m grateful that He’s patient.
I read recently that it’s not a bad thing to want perfection. It’s a desire that is God-given that drives us toward heaven–true perfection. Food for thought. Thanks for being real.
Ditto.
Thanks for sharing that link – just what I needed today!
Great reminder!
sandy toe
I sometimes feel like an epic fail, too. I seem to have so much to do on my list. But right now I feel like I should have some me time. So when I have me time, I feel guilty for not doing what’s on my list. EPIC FAIL. I’m glad I’m not alone.
I’d like to read a post about your family’s use of the word “stupid.” Have you always used it? In what contexts, do you use it? Do you have any rules regarding its use? Etc.
That kind of thing fascinates me. (I’m a word-nerd, I know).
LOL. Well, I don’t know that we really have rules, but I definitely wouldn’t stand for anyone calling a person stupid.