May seems like it has been the longest month ever for me! My boys and I are so ready for school to be done so we can plan our Summer adventures. Once again I will be taking advantage of the fact that I work at home or really anywhere, to keep my boys free and engaged with no camp in the mix. I know the scandal! No camp! Whatever, life is short, I’m home, and they are growing up way too fast! I’m going to suck it all in and enjoy every minute of it. (Except when I’m complaining because they are fighting! LOL!) Here are some things that crossed my path this past May worth mentioning.
This May I learned that:
10. as I get older I have less patience for small talk. I want to talk about things that matter. (About life, about feelings, and not things I own or try to put up a front for anyone.)
9. I’m so over being the one doing all the work while someone tries to take all the credit. ( Lesson learned (again!) and I’m keeping all goodies to myself.)
8. I’m tired of people saying I’m online all the time. ( IT’s called work. I have a blog and I need to keep people interested in what I have to say in order to be successful. I need social media shares, likes, and comments to make a living. What is it that you don’t get?)
7. now that I have said number 8 I can go and say this one. I find it annoying when people post all these memes or articles about “unplugging” and “unbusy” yourself then post a series of 12 selfies of themselves for no reason. No work, nothing. Just to be seen perhaps? Hmmmm. Ironic.
6. I find people who bring food that needs to be heated up in an oven to a Potluck annoying. ( At least call ahead and ask the hosts. The poor host always has to stop everything to take care of this situation. Bring a crockpot or hot plate with you. )
5. a thank you goes a long way. ( I recently extended myself to a couple of folks and all I wanted in return was a thank you. That’s it. A little goes a long way in my book, entitlement goes out the window.)
4. just when I think I’m young I learn that I’m old enough to be my son’s teacher’s mother and my nephew just turned 30! ( Crap! When did this all happen?)
3. entitlement isn’t just something that the youth of today feel. I have encountered plenty of older folks that feel as if they “paid their dues” and are entitled. ( I’m sorry, but I don’t care how old or young you are right now. I respect people who have a strong work ethic and get the job done regardless of what it is or what it pays. If you take on the task do it like a boss and own that shit!)
2. I am not a hand holder or maybe I’m just horrible at giving instructions? ( Thank God for my husband because I feel like I couldn’t help people get out a room that only had one door by myself. I have always thought that I didn’t have any patience, but now I’m considering the fact that I might not be able to give good directions. Hmm, something to explore.)
1. to take the break. ( Read the book, drink the wine, stare at the stars, and just shut your eyes while enjoying the warm sun on your face. I started doing this lately and I have to tell you that I am so happy and full of energy because of all of these things. I have never just done this because no one has made me. Now, I make myself and I love it. This is a game changer folks!
Carissa Bonham says
Taking a break is so important. I’ve been trying to be intentional about giving myself time to do “nothing”
Sapana V says
Being a blogger, I too listen that words, why I am online? But it is fine, not everyone is aware of my work. So no grudges.
Rebecca Bryant says
I also love the people online(AKA other Bloggers) who bash other bloggers for work they do or pay them to assume they get then turn around and do the same thing. It’s annoying. Don’t tell me not to work with someone if you are going to work with them.
Ashley says
I’m over being the one doing all the work too. Some people are just lazy! Great list!
Kim @ Two Kids and a Coupon says
Some great lessons here! And yes, I get tired of the blogging one too. Lots of people work online now, I do not understand why it such a big deal.
Ash says
Yesssss, it is annoying when people bring food that still needs to be heated! Don’t they know we’re all hungry and ready to eat once you bring the food? ???
Emily says
I am right there with you on a lot of these, especially the small talk one. Not that I do not like being social. but doing something just for the sake of doing it is not worth my time anymore.
Ashley Mullins says
I work two jobs, 50-60 hours a week. I take a break every two weeks to get my nails done. I’ve been doing this for about 10 years now. I’ve always thought it was important to take some time for myself. You have to take care of yourself, physically and mentally.
Amber Pilcher says
I’ve been over small talk since…my whole life! It does nothing for me. I thrive on meaningful conversation!
Carol Bryant says
Yes I need daily breaks. I am a hard worker and have started to be better to myself about taking time for me and that means with my wife and our dog. I feel happier and less stressed for it.
Louise says
I had to chuckle when reading this because my nephew also turns 30 this year. However, I’m only 32. I think I may have been a mistake 😉
It looks like you learnt a lot during May. My friend was saying a couple of weeks ago that the things we talk about have changed significantly over the last few months. We must be growing up!
Louise x
Nicole Aguilar says
I’m all about allowing myself to take breaks and not feeling guilty for doing nothing sometimes. it’s important for your mental health to unplug.
Pamela King says
#3 let me just Amen this one again! Actually this whole list I agreed with. Your May was full of “lessons learned.”