One thing after another

Ever have one of those days, weeks or even months if you are so unfortunate to have one thing after another happen...or it seems like it. My household this month has had dealing with teachers and bullies, everyone being sick at one point with colds, flu and most recently my daughter is getting over pink eye.
Then there are the household things that go wrong...the door to one of the drawers came off...not sure how I'll fix that yet, the bottom drawer of the stove is busted and our new washer even though under warranty is busted. The repair man informed me that the part that is needed is on back order and can take anywhere from a few days to a few months. So I had to wash the clothes by hand and wring them out. My hands became raw but I managed to get four small loads done and the dryer was working over time trying to dry them. One good thing...a friend who works at a furniture store was able to get me a used washer on loan till I can get my new dryer fixed. The dishwasher doesn't work either. That's no big deal right now...I'm used to washing dishes by hand all my life. :)
My older 2 kids got their 2nd term report cards. The oldest, my son had a wonderful report card. My daughter...not so good. Compared to her 1st term she did alot worse this time round. I'm not sure how I'm going to get her to improve. I've asked her to try harder but it's not enough. I have a meeting with her this afternoon after school to see what we can do to help her to improve.
She is doing fine with her lessons for preparing for her first communion though and I'm hoping after the retreat and her interview that she will be ready to recieve communion in May.
This summer I will have to find a way to get up to the city (as I have no vehicle) with my son and get new orthotics...if I can manage saving up for them. He grows so fast and they are four hundred dollars each time we get new ones when his feet grow.
This is just some of the things I am working with and I know being a single mom isn't easy. Prayer and going to Mass keeps me going as well as just writing it down...despite my burden being heavy and I feel tired most of the time I'm doing okay. :) I just have to remember to ask God to help me carry it when it's too heavy for me. Matthew 11:28-30 says "Come unto me, all you who labor and are heavy burdened and I will give you rest..." I can also turn this over to God and offer it up to him for others. We all could use a helping hand in some way and I know there are others who are worse off then I am. Look at all those who are in Japan who are suffering...earthquake, tsunami and radiation.
Another thing that helps me is to think of the blessings I have in my life...things that bring me joy...that bring a smile to my face. My children bring me much joy and those far outweigh the difficulties that being a parent can bring. To hear the news of a friend whom I've been praying for because of tremendous struggle can see a light at the end of the tunnel and by next month will be starting a new life...like a clean slate and will be there in spirit when she celebrates with her close friends and family. :)