The Ballantyne Family: Never Enough

Just Because it's Funny!

Here is a list of all of the ways we have tried to earn money since we've been married:

-Furniture Delivery
-Library Worker
-Waitress at Cold Creek Cafe
-Vinyl Lettering
-Designing Birth/Wedding Announcements on Ebay
-Making/Selling Memory Quilts
-Making/Selling Baby Quilts
-Selling Arbonne
-Teaching School
-Chain Letters (ha ha ha)
-Painting Schools
-Scentsy
-Nickle Slots in Vegas
-Day Care
-Photography
-Teaching Piano Lessons
-Some stupid Leadership CD Bologna . . .
-Tutoring
-Cake Decorating
-Making/Selling Hooded Towels
-Yard Sales
-Ebay
-Selling Books on Amazon
-Pretzel Stand
-Preschool
-Running a Firework Stand
-Donating Plasma

Friday, April 30, 2010

Never Enough

We all have times that things really weigh us down. I know sometimes I feel like there is just never enough. Never enough time to accomplish all of the tasks I set out to do. Never enough funds to make ends meet and feel comfortable at the end of the month. Never enough time to be with my husband. Never enough energy to keep up on my housework like I'd like to. When I get in this mode of thinking, I feel like I'm never enough!! It's very discouraging. Don't you think that's how Satan wants us to feel? When I get in this mode of thinking, I'm not a good Mom, I'm not a good wife, and I'm not a good member of the church.

Today I'm trying to remember that by myself, I will NEVER be enough. That is why we have our dear Savior. To make up the difference when we fall short. He is always there for us and knows us better than we know ourselves sometimes. I need to rely on his help and support. I need to LET him lift me up and help me get through. I am so grateful for Him. I am so grateful for His love for me and genuine concern for my well being. Next time I feel like I'm not enough, I hope I'll come back and read this and remember I DON'T HAVE TO BE!!! ;) Instead of feeling discouraged and worthless, I need to hit my knees and ask for help. I know He will always be there for me.

7 comments:

Lane and Katie Eyre said...: Jenny I'm glad that you are blogging again! I love to hear updates on your family, especially when we haven't talked for so long!

I love this inspiring post- just what I needed today! I can't imagine how you do it all- especially with your new calling!?!; 4/30/10, 1:24 PM
foreverlaym said...: And always remember that you have an across-the-street neighbor who is constantly in awe of all of the things you do each day and the amazing job that you do at them. I am always wishing that I had the talents, patience, and grace that you are constantly showing others.; 4/30/10, 1:54 PM
The Ballantyne's said...: I too am in awe with all that you do! Love you Jenny ! Karen; 4/30/10, 4:17 PM
Spencer said...: You truly are my everything. You truly amaze with all that you are able to do. I often ask myself why you would settle for a guy like me, but I sure am glad that you did. Let's be honest more time with me would drive you crazy! There will be a time when we will wish that we could have these times back. We will get through the rough times. There is a light at the end of the tunnel and we have our Savior to lean on when we need Him. I love you Wifey.; 4/30/10, 4:23 PM
April said...: I liked this post, Jenny! I think we all feel that way sometimes. It's true that Satan just wants us to think we're not good enough, so then we won't even try and there will be less goodness in the world. But I know that you bring a lot of goodness to the world, and I'm glad we're friends and I can learn from your example! I hope I'll always do as much for my family as I can tell you do for yours! You and Spencer are both lucky to have each other! And your kids are hilarious and lucky to be part of your family! I love you! Love, Alabama; 4/30/10, 5:35 PM
Kim said...: Wow! I really needed to hear that right at this moment! Thanks!; 4/30/10, 6:30 PM
Wardles said...: Thank you Jenny, I needed this!; 5/5/10, 9:21 PM