Sick little boy

So for the past week Jonah has been sick. I am not sure if it is allergies, a cold, or teething. When he is sick, he gets into everything and is really whiny. He wants to try everything out even if he is not supposed to. When I tell him no he gives me a look and a whine like I should be allowing him to do whatever he wants! As I type this right now he is mad because he can't get the one specific toy that he wants.

Needless to say, it is tough on a mom when your kiddos are sick. I feel bad for my son, but I also get way more frustrated with him. God has been really teaching me to let the frustration go. I have been praying so much more this week for grace. I have been praying for a stronger love to be compassionate to Jonah. I have failed several times, but God is answering my prayers as well. Jonah wants me to comfort him and take care of him when he feels bad and I want to do those things. I am so thankful to be able to stay home with him and be with him. I am thankful that I am the one that gets to wipe his snotty nose and deal with his temper tantrums. It's not easy but there is no other place I would rather be!

I also want to say that I have a great husband who is soo helpful! He comes home from work and plays with our son so that I can cook or clean or do whatever needs to be done. Hopson hasn't complained about the house being messier, but has helped clean it up and put it back in order. God has blessed me so much in my family and today I choose to be thankful!