Yesterday was one of those days…
one where my attitude and heart just weren’t right all day.
I had a serious case of the crankies…
and the sad thing, was that I knew it.
Did I do anything to change it?
No, and I let my crankiness out on my family.
The kids were loud and obnoxious all day…
and the infernal whistling in the house was getting on my last nerve.
I have to confess that I raised my voice to them more than once…
and I’m sure if a mirror had been in front of me, I wouldn’t have liked what I saw.
Oh, and I made them clean up the many messes that they continued to leave behind.
Seriously I thought, “How many times do I have to tell them?” and
“Is summer over yet?” I may have even let the comment slip that I couldn’t wait for school.
I let my irritation grow and grow without taking a moment to figure out what was behind it.
As I sat there,
I realized that I can pinpoint where my bad attitude is coming from.
Since summer has started we have gotten way off schedule.
Now that isn’t the bad part…I think it’s ok to relax a little when the opportunity is there.
But getting off schedule means we are up way later than before (me even later doing blog stuff)
causing us to sleep in until unearthly hours.
Then I am rushed to get exercise in, make food, clean the house, run errands, play games…
add in baking, blogging, photography…the list goes on.
add in baking, blogging, photography…the list goes on.
Did you catch something???
No where in my list did I mention quiet time or Bible reading.
My heart isn’t right because I haven’t been getting the right food for my heart.
I spend a lot of my time every day around food, yet failed to miss the most important meal.
I spend a lot of my time every day around food, yet failed to miss the most important meal.
I keep telling myself that I need to get all this other stuff done first and that I will do it later.
Unfortunately later tends to never come.
My day feels rushed from all the things that I do…or don’t do.
Some things are important (like trying to keep a clean house and feed munchkins)
but a lot of my day is filled with nothingness.
My priorities have gotten off track, and my attitude has just followed.
I need to be sitting down with my Bible and devotional and starting my day out better.
That alone will make me a more pleasant person to be around…
it will make me a nicer mom.
I don’t want cranky mom to be the one the kids remember.
My goal for the rest of the summer…
make the time each morning to sit quietly, without the distractions of the internet,
and have some real “breakfast”.
I think the crankies will disappear pretty quickly when I have the right food.
I know this had nothing to do with the milkshake pictures. I’m sorry!
When I sat down to write something, nothing came to mind.
All I could think about was the bad day,
and how I messed up royally as a wife and mother.
The Lord prompted my heart and it all just came out as I typed.
Thank you for letting me share a little bit of what was truly on my heart.
Now who wants a
peanut butter banana coffee milkshake!
Peanut Butter Banana Coffee Milkshakes
Peanut butter banana milkshakes get a jolt of caffeine from the coffee
Ingredients
- 1 whole frozen banana
- 3 1/2 c. vanilla ice cream
- 1/2 c. peanut butter
- 1 c. brewed coffee, cooled
Instructions
- Add everything to a blender and pulse until smooth. Pour into 3 glasses and top with cool whip and sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately.
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[email protected] of Laughter says
July 13, 2012 at 5:10 AMEveryone has a bad day now and again! Don’t be too hard on yourself! Don’t discount your awesomeness the rest of the time! Love the milkshakes….they look so yummy and pretty! Have a great weekend! Angie xo
Crystal says
July 13, 2012 at 5:18 AMI think it was right around this time two years ago that I started following your blog. I’m pretty sure I’ve loved you from that first post (I want to say it was some cupcake..inspired by a drink?). Anyways, I wanted to say that I felt like you were talking about me when I read this. I’ve had some bad “mean mommy” days this Summer and feel the need to reorganize my priorities. Taking care of yourself is so important but we often put it aside to care for our families and even our blogs. It’s great that you realize what you need to do to be happy again. I hope things get better for you soon! {hugs}
Crystal
Averie (Love Veggies and Yoga) says
July 13, 2012 at 5:41 AMlove everything about this post – the colors, the flavors, it’s all..PERFECT!
Sophie says
July 13, 2012 at 7:47 AMOK first of all, that milkshake? I want it. And I know how you feel about getting priorities straight… I’ve been having the same issue. Last week I kept thinking “Oh I’ll do my devo this morning.” and then I ended up saying “Maybe tonight.” and you get the point. I could totally tell a difference in my attitude as well. A little God in your life makes a difference:) Have a great day, Jocelyn!
Aimee says
July 13, 2012 at 10:49 AMGirl, we live the same life sometimes! You could have been talking about MY day yesterday. Then when you went on to talk about your Bible time, BINGO. I had the SAME revelation yesterday. So bizarre. God is speaking to us for sure. Slow down, focus on what’s REALLY important. I love that you said have some real “breakfast.” It’s so much easier for whatever reason during the school year, to focus and spend time in study. And in the summer I keep making excuses.
No more…
Tim, Allyson, and kids says
July 13, 2012 at 11:01 AMI love how you shared your heart. I have the same struggles with figuring out how to fit everything I need to do into any given day, but I’ve always found that when I spend a little time with God first, I seem to have more time during the rest of the day because everything (inside me) just goes smoother.
This recipe sounds delicious, too! Peanut butter, coffee, and milkshakes…3 of my favorite things. We make frozen banana cream a lot. I wonder if you could use more frozen bananas and skip the ice cream. I feel a kitchen experiment coming soon 🙂
We’d love for you to link up at our Finished Friday blog Party.
Rebekah says
July 13, 2012 at 11:12 AMI hear that….I hate to think of the kids remembering “cranky mom” the most. And I have one of those infernal whistlers right now too….she just learned a few days ago and WON’T. STOP. Driving me crazy!
Thanks for the reminder to take care of what’s most important first. 🙂
Ellen B Cookery says
July 13, 2012 at 11:52 AMOn a good note, you know the answer to what you’re missing. All the rest will come together once you fulfil this craving. I love the milkshake. By the way, I tried making your banana reese’s cookies, however, they don’t look half as nice as yours. I posted them on my blog today with a link back to yours for anyone looking for the real cookie. (We discovered that using an organic cake mix was the wrong way to make these cookies…)
Anita Kehn says
July 13, 2012 at 1:00 PMThis is one of the best posts you have written. So very true. We can get into a rut that isn’t so good and God brings us to our senses and we need to regroup our priorities. The important thing is to be willing to do it!! Thanks for sharing your heart. I have never made a milkshake but I’m seeing them all over so might have to break down and do it. This looks like a good one.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
July 13, 2012 at 1:10 PMIt’s funny that devotional time seems the easiest for us to “skip” …. I myself have been guilty. Sometimes I think as moms we’re so worried about everyone and everything else, we often forget about ourselves and our needs. Thank you for sharing your day – It’s so reassuring to know that we’re not alone in “our bad days” … I’m so glad you were able to figure out what you needed 🙂 Can’t wait to try the milkshake!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
July 13, 2012 at 1:30 PMI hear you Jocelyn. That quiet time is gone in summer…and it’s what we need the most! Today will be a better day and know that I’m thinking about you! Love the milkshakes too. Your photos are stunning.
Kate says
July 13, 2012 at 1:42 PMYou just combined three favorite flavors! Those shakes look AWESOME!
Hayley says
July 13, 2012 at 3:31 PMQuiet time is rare in the summer, and you had a bad day. You’re not a bad person at all, and I’ll bet your kids didn’t think so either. I mean, you make them these awesome milkshakes! They sound so ridiculously good right now!
baking.serendipity says
July 13, 2012 at 6:11 PMI definitely need some more quiet time in my days (and a milkshake too!). I’ve made a pb/banana/marshmallow fluff milkshake, and adored it, but the coffee in this one puts it right over the top. Love it!
Angie says
July 13, 2012 at 6:44 PMThose are adorable!! And what a great treat for summertime.
Ashley @ Kitchen Meets Girl says
July 13, 2012 at 10:43 PMI know how you feel, Jocelyn. Sometimes I feel so weighed down by work, blogging, housecleaning, laundry, just everything–and I have had my fair share of “cranky mom” moments. But a little quiet time to reflect on your faith–and some milkshakes–should work wonders! 🙂 We were definitely on the same wavelength today. Gotta love those milkshakes!
Heather Kinnaird says
July 13, 2012 at 11:50 PMWe all know how you feel. As a SAHM we all have bad days, where we take our frustration out on our kids and spouse. Some quite time and that milkshake should fix it real quick:)
The Better Baker says
July 14, 2012 at 12:43 AMWhat an awesome heartfelt post! I love it…thanks for the reminder to keep the Main Thing the Main Thing. =) We all fail…and pick ourselves up by our boot straps and begin again. It does make SO much difference when we spend time with our Lord. I am ALL about smoothies and chilled coffee drinks in the summertime. This looks perfect. I love your wonderful photos too.
Cassie/Bake Your Day says
July 14, 2012 at 12:50 AMI completely had one of “those days” yesterday and a coffee milkshake would have cured my blues. I love this!!
Karyn - Pint Sized Baker says
July 14, 2012 at 1:26 AMI’m not a religious person, but I know that we all need our “me” time. I left out Me time for far too long and got very cranky and short with my loved ones. Everyone needs the time away to focus on something for themselves before they can share with others.
Those milkshakes look awesome. Thanks for taking the time to share.
Shannon Madigan says
July 14, 2012 at 1:48 AMHope your (very yummy looking) milkshake helped you focus and enjoy the day!
shopannies says
July 14, 2012 at 1:51 AMwith so many flavored coffees on the market yours sounds as if it would be amazingly tasty. Love drinks like this on hot summer days come see what I shared at http://shopannies.blogspot.com
Lisa @ Flour Me With Love says
July 14, 2012 at 4:00 PMI’ll take one 🙂 They look so refreshing…a perfect treat on these hot days!
Charlotte says
July 14, 2012 at 6:03 PMAll of my favorite foods! Yum!
Winnie says
July 14, 2012 at 6:35 PMEveryone has these days now and then and it’s O.K 🙂
I think this milkshake is great and it’s something I’d loooooooooooove to taste
Lisa says
July 15, 2012 at 12:37 AMWho wants a milkshake?!?! ME! ME! ME!!!!! And as far as your “bad day” it actually turned out GOOD because look what you got out of it-something to think and work on. I have me some pretty BAD days too and I think, nothing is a coincidence. The Lord works in mysterious ways! Keep smiling and oh yeah-LOVE your recipes!
Marlys Folly says
July 15, 2012 at 1:45 AMYUM! Looks like my kind of milkshake…and I always love your blogs. Thanks for posting on Foodie Friends Friday.
marlys-thisandthat.blogspot.com
Kara @ Mine for the Making says
July 15, 2012 at 5:20 AMYou are so right and I can totally relate. I need to get back on my normal routine as well. I think that’s a great idea to set aside your quiet Bible reading time for first thing in the morning…feeding your heart first thing to start your day. I think I am going to to start doing this as well. And as for the shake…YUM! WANT! 🙂
Walking on Sunshine... says
July 15, 2012 at 10:30 PMI want a milkshake! Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friends Friday. Please come back again next week with another great recipe!
SallysBakingAddiction says
July 16, 2012 at 4:40 PMLOVING all of these flavors Jocelyn!! So sad I missed this on Friday – I was on vacation! I would’ve loved to make these over the weekend! Oh well, maybe next time! I honestly think I may make this or something very similar soon. The coffee + PB + banana…. spot on!
Jeanette says
July 17, 2012 at 1:19 AMI know how you feel. I joined a summer bible study group to help keep me on track. It helps put my week (and life) in perspective. Love the peanut butter and banana in your milkshake!
MissCandiquik says
July 17, 2012 at 2:50 PMbeaut-iful photos! These look soooo good right about now! I will be making these!
Baked In The South says
July 17, 2012 at 4:13 PMDelish! Thanks for sharing! We would love to have you link up with our party!
http://baked-inthesouth.blogspot.com/2012/07/made-it-by-monday-link-party.html
Allison @ Alli 'n Son says
July 19, 2012 at 3:56 AMOh yes, I’m right there with you. My lazy days somehow feel rushed and over filled and I end up stressed by how much I need to accomplished, yet can’t seem to. A moment for reflection seems perfect, as does this milk shake.
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Faith @ Artistic31Mama says
July 20, 2012 at 1:31 AMJocelyn – Thank you so much for sharing from your heart. I was convicted of not sitting down to nourish my spirit throughout the day as well. Last night I went to church and we watched a video series by Lysa Terkhurst. I felt like God was speaking directly to me. I need to drink in the refreshing word of God. We went on a two week camping vacation and we came home about a week ago. Ever since we arrived back I feel like my world is falling apart. I’m a wedding/portrait photographer and have had a few sessions PLUS two back to back weddings, while trying to unpack and catch up from camping…..that’s not to mention all the day to day things I still need to do to care for my four children and maintain whatever cleanliness is in our home. I finally gave it over to God and told Him “I can’t do this without You; You have to lead me and show me how.” This morning I read Psalms 65. It was an energizing way to start my day; more so than any breakfast could. 🙂 May you be blessed for sharing this. I’m glad I found your blog and am now following. 🙂
Faith @ Artistic31Mama says
July 20, 2012 at 1:32 AMO…and I pinned this recipe and am making it tonight for my kids. 🙂 (Yes, it’s 9:30pm but we’re Waaaayyy off our schedule too!) 🙂 I’m just waiting for our bananas to finishing freezing. Yum!
Cheerios and Lattes says
July 20, 2012 at 12:57 PMLooks amazing! Thank you for posting on Saturday Show and Tell. I hope you’ll be back this week.
-Mackenzie
http://www.cheeriosandlattes.com
Mackenzie says
July 20, 2012 at 6:52 PMYou’re a Featured Favorite on Saturday Show & Tell this weekend on Cheerios and Lattes!
Mackenzie 🙂
Katie says
July 20, 2012 at 12:58 PMYum! These are so gorgeous too! Love making homemade milkshakes!
keri @ shaken together says
July 20, 2012 at 7:52 PMI love your top with cool whip and sprinkles “if desired” … of course I desire 🙂 These look great for an afternoon pick me up! Thanks for sharing this at the {what’s shakin’ link party} this week!!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
April 22, 2013 at 11:01 PMPinned this! It looks amazing!!!
olga says
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