Something about this year is still a bit unsettling for me. I just can’t put my finger on it yet and maybe I never will. So, I carry on and take in the lessons that life is teaching me. Life is also reinforcing many past lessons learned and I have been taking comfort in not repeating past mistakes. March kind of snuck up on me this year. It’s a big month for us as it’s my son’s birthday and also Spring Break this year. I can’t wait to close out the month by getting away. So, here is a piece of what March has taught me so far.
This March I learned that:
10. not every relationship that I have is going to bring me joy all the time. ( I’ve been trying hard to focus on the ones that do and it is paying off. Friends sure made me smile this week!)
9. it makes me sad when someone tells me they can’t help out with someone in need because they have plans. (And you find out those plans were to get drunk with their friends. Sad, but true.)
8. mom groups online can be some of the most mean places. ( I haven’t been part of one in a while, but oh boy! The drama! Listen, not a single one of us is perfect and not a single one of us is dealing with same exact situation. It’s called compassion people. Let’s be a good example to our kids online.)
7. asking for help instead of getting upset that no one is helping is the way to go. ( How many of us get mad that we have no help around the house? I started asking and now it’s happening. Imagine that! I’m one happy mama once again.)
6. I don’t think some people are aware that their comments might be hurtful to others. ( I’ve learned to just keep somethings to myself. It sucks when you are excited about something and someone feels the need to throw some shade your way to down play your experience. Most of the time I don’t think it is truly intentional.)
5. being part of a Cookbook Club has revived my love of cooking. (More about this coming up in a new post, but I have tried 3 new recipes this week alone!)
4. although my oldest son’s birthday is December, it’s my March birthday boy who always seems to be in danger of having his party cancelled. ( Thankfully we made it happen, but I guess since it stormed on the day he was born I should just expect it!)
3. it feels good when your child finally finds that thing that makes their heart sing on their own. (We can only guide our children. They need to be given the room to explore new things and choose for themselves what it is that makes them happy.)
2. you never know when you are going to have that moment to connect with someone on a deeper level. (I hate small talk. Maybe because I’m not good at it, but I didn’t think I would be having a meaningful conversation by the deli counter either. True story. Made my day.)
1. the best gift I could ever give my kids is the gift of feeling like you have enough. ( My son recently had a birthday party and asked his friends to bring food that he could donate to the food pantry. He told me, “I feel like I have everything I need.” I hope he feels this way forever!)
Ashley says
Yes to the moms groups and all the hate. Mean girls come in big and small sizes unfortunately.
Rebecca Bryant says
I can’t do drama which may be why I don’t do mom groups or playdates. I don’t like all my Billy boy is smarter than your kind of thing.
And kudos for raising two awesome kids. I love that your little one asked for food to help others that is awesome mama.
Alicia says
I agree that mom groups online can be horrible! In one of mine a mom told this woman that giving her child juice was like giving her child drugs because both are addictive. I mean really come on lol. Mommy shaming is so sad. But, on the other hand, when my boys were little my local online mom group saved my sanity and were there for me through thick and thin- but I guess knowing people in real life and not just behind a screen was key to that group’s success 🙂
Adriana Lopez says
Relationships can be challenging at times glad you have the support of those who love you. And you are right our kids have to be taught to support those in need. Loved that yoru kids asked for donations on his birthday party.
deborah dennert says
Great list. I always have these great ideas I never write down enough. Thank you for sharing.
Keikilani says
I want to hear more about the cookbook club!!! How fun!
I love that your son was so generous on his birthday. You must be so proud of him.
Kristin says
March really did come in like a lion! Here’s to April being sweeter. I’m ready for good news!
Bree says
Oh wow, I can relate to this so much! It’s crazy how life teaches us new things and lessons each and every day. March has been very eye opening for me already!