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More than you give yourself credit for.
Be encouraged by my experience. I know what it is like to be laid out and feel useless, but I have found that God can still use my weakness and turn it into strength.
Not being able to cater to my kids has made them grow exceedingly. They can do laundry, wash dishes, make dinner, babysit, etc. From a very young age they have learned to be responsible, unselfish, self-controlled, caring, helpful, hard working kids, because life demands it.
People comment how thoughtful and respectful they are. My 7 yo cleaned my friend's entire kitchen by herself without any help or anybody asking, because that is just what she does at home. Children are a blessing and a reward from the Lord. Train them right and they will bless you!
I know when I was growing up I was spoiled by my mom who did everything for me (girl scouts, dance lessons, elaborate parties,a maid who cleaned my room, etc.). And I became a self-centered disrespectful brat because it was "all about me". Now what mom deserves a kid like that!?
It wasn't untill I was on my on my own and eventually became a parent that I learned what sacrifices parents make.
Now that mommy is "sick" my kids have learned the discipline it takes to manage a home. Although they aren't perfect, they are miles above thier peers. Obtaining lifeskills is far more pertinant to reality than what most kids get. I think you may give your kids a lot more than you give yourself credit for. You will be stronger and so will they.
Be encouraged by my experience. I know what it is like to be laid out and feel useless, but I have found that God can still use my weakness and turn it into strength.
Not being able to cater to my kids has made them grow exceedingly. They can do laundry, wash dishes, make dinner, babysit, etc. From a very young age they have learned to be responsible, unselfish, self-controlled, caring, helpful, hard working kids, because life demands it.
People comment how thoughtful and respectful they are. My 7 yo cleaned my friend's entire kitchen by herself without any help or anybody asking, because that is just what she does at home. Children are a blessing and a reward from the Lord. Train them right and they will bless you!
I know when I was growing up I was spoiled by my mom who did everything for me (girl scouts, dance lessons, elaborate parties,a maid who cleaned my room, etc.). And I became a self-centered disrespectful brat because it was "all about me". Now what mom deserves a kid like that!?
It wasn't untill I was on my on my own and eventually became a parent that I learned what sacrifices parents make.
Now that mommy is "sick" my kids have learned the discipline it takes to manage a home. Although they aren't perfect, they are miles above thier peers. Obtaining lifeskills is far more pertinant to reality than what most kids get. I think you may give your kids a lot more than you give yourself credit for. You will be stronger and so will they.
Good luck with everything! <3 It sounds like you have a very supportive and loving husband, and we are always here for you too! 
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