Stir crazy

So, in NE Texas we got a wee bit of ice. Seriously, a wee bit. School has been cancelled for three days because of it. It's freeeeeezing here. To be fair, it wasn't cancelled each day because of the ice, but also because of the power outages. Still, the weather is horrible. It's cold. We can't play outside. We can't really get out even for fresh air. The kids and I have been stuck in the house together for days, and to be honest, I'm about to go INSANE! I have been trying really hard to parent with love...it's been a heavy conviction for me lately. Even when I discipline I want to do it out of love...before, I have done it out of impatience, frustration, or anger. I've been doing a decent job. But today was my breaking point. I'm about ready to LOOSE it. I didn't "yell", but did raise my voice a couple times today out of total frustration. Days like today make me wonder why I would ever even CONSIDER homeschooling. I love being with my kids, I love my kids..period...but, I just need to work on my patience and loving skills. I feel guilty because I rarely feel like this, and these feelings make me feel like a terrible parent. But it's just how I feel right now...like a trapped rat. Tomorrow school is supposed to be in session. We are also supposed to get some snow. I think Mother Nature is just trying to see how far she can push me. Either way, come hell or high water, I Am getting out of this house tomorrow. So, stay tuned to find out if I loose my mind, or am able to keep it in tact...