Yes, I lost my 10 Things List again! You would think by now I would have my act together, but I guess I don’t. Does that make you feel better? Someone else out there has to be a mess like me, right? Maybe? Although my official list is floating around here in a pile of papers, I think I can recall at least a few things that I noted. Other than that, I’m thrilled the school year is wrapping up, sailing season is happening, and the warmer weather is moving in. I’m really looking forward to spending the Summer with my boys and just soaking in the sun and enjoying life. Here is the scoop! (At least I think?)
I learned that:
10. you can sometimes get more accomplished by your silence than using your big mouth. ( I was angry about someone giving me the runaround this week. I expressed my feelings and then let it go. I wanted to say more, but I didn’t and I think that’s how I ended up getting my way.)
9. I appreciate honesty over excuses. ( It’s okay to say no to things and just admit that you are overwhelmed. I would rather someone tell me they can’t because of that then lie or try to justify their actions with excuses. Just say no, it’s all good.)
8. there is a difference between being “nice” and letting someone walk all over you. ( I’m done with being that kind of nice. I can still express my opinion and not be bullied.)
7. there are going to be days in my life when my greatest accomplishment is making sure my kids wear deodorant. ( And this is okay! )
6. without a doubt if I send my husband to the grocery store he will come back with twice the amount of items needed and something odd. ( He told me he got me something special and handed me a Zima. I had to remind him I wasn’t a high school girl from the eighties!)
5. some parents want everything magical for their kids, but won’t volunteer to make it happen. ( Yes, I know not everyone can hop in and help, but if you show up and just sit there watching everyone else then you have no excuse.)
4. some of the best things in my life aren’t shared online. ( The magic often happens after the photo, or when there is no photo.)
3. 90% of the time I can count on confused looks and stares when I say my kids aren’t going to camp this Summer. ( As a SAHM I have that choice and I don’t see why their should be any confusion about it, but I have heard it all. I don’t care what anyone else does so I don’t know why I always have to hear, “What are you going to do then?” Ugh! I even had a parent shake her head and walk away from me, as if my choice matters in her life. WTH?)
2. it’s easier to achieve your goals when you don’t talk about them openly. ( I have enough voices in my head telling me what to do and what not to do I don’t need to invite any more in.)
1. I need a designated work center so I don’t lose my lists and other things. ( I keep trying to make this happen, but I’m not trying hard enough. I’ll get there when I get there I guess.)
Great list! I especially relate to #2. But most gurus say that stating your goals publicly is a good thing.
My husband does the same thing. If we’re together he is pretty frugal but if he goes on his own he always comes back with at least one oddball item and several things that we just don’t need
These are all so true! I lose lists all the time and I lose the notes I so carefully took during movies that I have to review. It’s so frustrating, and you’d think I would have figured out a solution by now.
Honesty over excuses!! Yes!! I tell people this all the time!
I can’t think of anything I misplace regularly, but one of my life mantras is ‘no excuses’ – from myself or anyone else.
These are such valid points. A good lesson that everyone can benefit from.
These are good. Totally agree with every single one!
I have learned that if you are going to complain, you better pitch it to help fix it. (similar to your # 5
Love these!! These are great points that are often overlooked. Thanks for sharing!
I have had one of those weeks too. My first real issue with another “blogger” who was just over the top demanding of others but took no responsibility herself. I have been at this for so many years now… I learned a few things for sure! As for my own issues, I “lost” my great camera to leaving it on suitcase and kids jumped on it. I should have had it up high. I know better! So now I am trying to save for another! For now though…. I need to get good with my cell phone till I can get another DSLR! Mine was such an amazing red even! Good bye poor nikon. 🙁
I thought it was just me who sent her other half to the store for something and ended up with him coming home with twice as much stuff! Men! What are they like?!
Louise x
If I wear deodorant, that’s enough some days. Sounds like you’re in a good place with saying “Who cares” with other people’s opinions. Always such a satisfying place to be.
I feel the same way about #1. I am working on trying to better myself in terms of organization and when it comes to the kids and our activities I do a great job. At my office I do a great job but when it comes time for things for me or my blogging it is so much harder for me. I know eventually I will get there and as long as my kids are happy and we are having fun together that is all that matters in the long run 🙂
Totally agree with #4.
I used to share a lot of what was going on in my personal life but now I don’t.
We don’t have to share everything and it’s ok!
Yes, I agree when the best moment occur you actually fail to take picture. You get involved in that moment that you forget every thing.