Samantha Drake: My Thoughts, My Words, My Life

I felt that the great song title by Sam Cook was the most appropriate title for my blog.  Today was a difficult day for my son and I.  It was a struggle to get through our homework, practice our phonics, and running through our usual routine. I was beginning to feel stressed and bogged down with the pressures of daily life.  This feeling was only multiplied by the recent differences of opinion that his school and myself have been experiencing.  I just wanted to write these words for any parent that might be feeling at the end of their rope.  Don't give up!  I understand that at times it may be difficult to know what is best for your children.  I find comfort in the fact that God blessed me with my son because he knew I had what it takes to raise this precious gift.  I would like to give that assurance to each one reading this blog today.  A storm always clears and troubles do not last forever.  There will be a time where you will find it hard to believe that the struggles you're experiencing today ever existed.  I want to encourage you all to continue pushing, continue loving, continue teaching, and continue being.  A CHANGE WILL COME!  There is no way that a situation can remain the same forever.  Nothing is permanent but death and taxes.  This too shall pass.  Love your babies, and love yourselves.  Everything will work out the way it is supposed to be.