Out in right field. On a remote island with a few other people. Off the deep end. And I am perfectly happy to be here.
I have come to the realization that my way of thinking or my way of doing things offends people. I'm not really sure why, but it seems to be true. I guess it's to be expected. Jesus said, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
The choices I make for me and my family are just that-- they are for me and my family. I never intend to force my beliefs or my way of thinking upon others. And in no way do I consider my choices or my way of doing things to be superior to anyone else's. We're all different. And I'm more different than most.
I breastfeed my children. I rear-face my children in their carseats until they have exceeded the height and weight limit. My daughter will be 4 in two weeks and she is still rear-facing. I love to wear my baby in a sling. I don't like prescription medication, except as a last resort. I don't like c-sections; I'd rather push my baby out without the help of drugs or anything else. I have decided to stop vaccinating my children indefinitely. I don't like making trips to doctors unless it's absolutely necessary. I'd much rather treat an illness at home with vitamins, supplements, a good diet, and rest. Better yet, I'd rather just prevent illness as much as possible in the same way. I prefer that my family does not drink fluoridated water. We don't use fluoridated toothpaste. I like to stay away from processed foods as much as possible. Yes, we still eat them. Just not as much as we used to. I like to buy organic whenever possible. I stay away from anything containing high fructose corn syrup. My kids don't drink juice. They drink water. Sugar is not a large part of their diet. In fact, it is a very small part. I use plant-based cleaners, detergents, and soaps. Chemicals are not my friend.
Just to name a few ways that I am different.
It's not convenient. It's not cheap. It's not easy. But in my mind and in my heart, my family is worth the extra effort. Because I have done my homework, spending hours and hours researching the things that I have adopted as a way of life. A year ago, I would have thought I was crazy. CRAZY. But being a mom changes things. Circumstances change things. And because of that, this is who I am. I will tell you all about the circumstances that changed the way we live in the next post.
This is who I am. I am unconventional. I am striving to be the best mom and wife that I can be. And I make no apologies for the way I think or what I believe. I do however apologize if I have ever come across to any of you in a hurtful way. Please know from the bottom of my heart that I respect each and every one of my friends. I respect who you are, what you do, how you live. The choices you make are your choices, and although I may disagree, I still respect them. I just ask that you do the same for me. J
No comments:
Post a Comment