Saying no, it's harder than it sounds. While I didn't set out to say no, I did set out to not be a pushover or do things because I felt a false sense of obligation. I was starting to feel unsatisfied in my choices and examined what had happened to my life. As a mom I began to feel that my choices reflect on me and my children. It's a huge responsibility. I began saying yes to … [Read more...]
10 Things I Learned this Week in December
Someone once said to me that they couldn't imagine writing a post of things they learned every week, I admit it is hard. I usually write things down on small pieces of paper during the week so I remember. Sometimes I have lost the list and other times I just toss it because it might not be that good. Honestly, writing this post helps me take a look at life in a much deeper … [Read more...]
10 Things I Learned This November
Yes, the list is back! I personally have been going through quite a bit of new transitions lately so I have been taking sometime for myself. Today I'm feeling good and more like myself than I have felt in a while. I hope your Fall has been off to good start! Well here we go...... This month I learned that: 10. there seems to be an abundance of National (Insert something … [Read more...]
10 Things I Learned From My Dad
On July 21st 1998 my father lost his long battle with cancer. As odd as it might sound I was relieved to be there when he passed. It made it very real to me and at times I replay that morning in my head like I'm watching a movie that runs both on slow motion and fast forward at the same time. It's a hard day for me. I seem to get stuck on all the things we have missed together. … [Read more...]
10 Things I Learned This June
As always this month rolls around and if you have kids in school or even homeschooling the craziness begins. It's a month jam-packed of activities, paperwork, events and more! It's madness and looking back I wonder why I would ever expect anything to change this year. I suppose I was delusional thinking I had a grasp on things this year. How about you? Here is my … [Read more...]