This week has been a struggle to keep my head above water. A few times I was close to going under and giving up. I’ve hardly even been able to keep track of which day it was.
So, today I’m thankful for sunshine. It’s amazing what a little sun on your skin and warm temperatures Continue reading “Gratitude-June 9th” »
The weather is beautiful today. And it’s about time! Bright and sunny with temperatures in the mid-60s. I just came back from a short walk around the office and enjoyed every second of the amazing sunshine!
We’re expecting a nor’easter tomorrow so I’m thankful for every ray of sun. It’s been a hectic and stressful roller coaster of a week. In the rush of life, I need to be a little more grounded and grateful.
Today I’m grateful for sunshine, a healthy grandma who is coming home from the hospital today, and my supportive family.
This weekend is Mother’s Day and I’m absolutely looking forward to the sweet card my little girl has made for me and hidden away so I don’t peek. We’re expecting our first honeybees and that’s thrilling! And of course homemade burgers on the grill.
Wishing all the mamas out there a beautiful Mother’s Day!
Hockey season is officially over in our household. The snow is melting and temperatures are inching warmer. Spring is here. So many things to be thankful for!
But don’t be fooled by the positive upbeat tone of my voice. Though I love the weekends and I love being home with my family but sometimes tempers and attitudes flair. Usually it’s Sunday mornings as we’re getting ready for church. I like to have a relaxing morning but usually we relax a little too much and end up rushed and running around to get ready in time. I can guarantee there will be an issue with appropriate church attire and where those clothes might exist in the house (dirty laundry basket, washer or put away somewhere incorrect). The irony of losing my temper in preparation for church is not lost on me. You’d think by now I’d anticipate these catastrophes and be able to head them off. But no, I am not that organized or self aware.
Despite our imperfections and mishaps, I have so much to be thankful for.
I am looking forward to:
Today-family dinner, not having any commitments outside the house.
This week: PTA meeting, being able to attend 4H meetings again
In the future: warm temperatures! Being outside more.
What are you thankful for or looking forward to?
Aileen
I found this quote while cruising Pinterest. It’s my favorite and just wanted to share.
It is officially a blizzard in upstate New York. The forecast originally called for 16-20 inches of snow but now weather reports are predicting greater than 30 inches of the white stuff!! Holy cow! I don’t ever recall getting 30 inches of snow in one event! School declared a snow day late yesterday. Non essential employees were told to stay home.
Today is a pajama day. And also a day to get caught up on a few things we’ve been slacking on (some homework that was missed while we were on vacation, a 4h presentation that needs to be finished, laundry, and most of all downtime at home with no schedule).
There’s so much to be grateful for today but strangely enough I’m suddenly feeling anxious and cranky. Maybe it’s the list of things I should get done on this ‘extra’ time? Maybe, as a mom, I no longer know how to truly relax without guilt? Are these feelings normal or is it just me??
I know today I need to focus on the important things in life and forget the laundry, carpets that need to be vacuumed, etc.
Today, I am grateful for my big presentation being over, my sweet husband coming to watch and support me, my beautiful daughter resting her head on my shoulder and loving me no matter how cranky I may get.
Today, I am looking forward to a slower pace and no commitments, maybe a nap, a long hot shower.
This week I am looking forward to sewing class, the end of hockey season party.
In the near future I am looking forward to spring. I love seeing the flowers emerge, new leaves and having baby chics.
I hope you’re safe, warm and enjoying this day.
Aileen
Sometimes after a vacation, it can be difficult to adjust back to every day life. Today I am not feeling super well and I think it’s the adjustment from bright sunny Florida weather to cold, snowy New York.
I didn’t sleep well last night, had a near migraine yesterday and stomach pains and anxiety over an upcoming presentation at work this morning. Still, I know things could be a lot worse. Regardless of what I’m going through, there’s always a ton of things to be thankful for and to look forward to.
2. Wonderful memories from our family vacation in Disney World.
3. Great colleagues to push me to be A better person, help me grow, and provide constructive criticism.
I am looking forward to:
Today: a good nights sleep!!
This week: my big presentation being over (I really hate public speaking.); full moon adventures this weekend.
In the near future: Spring!
I hope you all have a blessed day and weekend!!
This week has been a struggle. A battle at every turn with lack of patience at home with the little one and my sweetheart, a battle to focus at work, stomach issues, lack of self confidence, stress over our upcoming trip, and on and on. If I had written this post yesterday, I would have struggled to with counting my blessings. Today is a little better but the blues and other nonsense is still hanging on. Regardless, I live in a country that has so much more than others. Even on my worst day, I still have more than most people in the world.
Today, I am grateful for:
I am looking forward to:
Today: getting outside after work
This week: a satirsday morning not yet full of commitments
In the future: our trip to Disney is less than 1 week away!! (Still so many things to accomplish. I sound way more excited than I feel.)
Blessings to you all.
Happy Valentine’s Day! And Happy Birthday to my sweetheart!
It’s a bright and sunshiny day. Perfect for celebrating love or a birthday! Although a little more warmth would be welcome, I’m grateful for sunshine on my skin.
Today I am grateful for going in to work a little late and giving my sweet girl her Valentine’s Day gift when she woke up; thankful for class parties; my sweethearts birthday; and for very successful Valentine’s bake sales to benefit a sick child.
This week I am looking forward to hockey practice, sewing class and a big birthday dinner.
In the near future, I am looking forward to our Disney vacation! It’s coming up so quick. I just can’t wait!!
Wishing you a sweet Valentine’s Day!!
I just love the peacefulness and beauty of fresh snow, covered trees and pristine piles of it everywhere!
Thankfully for me, 10 inches of glorious snow fell late last week. Yesterday, we got nearly 6 more inches! Although I love when snow is ubdisturbed, I love it just as much when there’s tons of kiddo footprints, snow angels, sled tracks, forts (in our case, snow restaurants…haha!!) and doggie footprints everywhere.
When the sun shines through the snow covered trees, I can hardly resist taking tons of photos. The light is always amazing!
So, here’s a few photos I took in my neighborhood as I left for work this morning.
Enjoy!
Life goes by amazingly fast. Most days it’s easy for me to forget to stop and be thankful for the zillion blessings in my life. On the difficult days, it can be a challenge to remember and see those blessings in front of me.
Join me in taking a moment to reflect on the blessings God has given us.
1. Time at home with the family during yesterday’s snow day.
2. Beautiful snow and photo opportunities.
3. Friends and family to play with and have a nice evening.
In addition to counting blessings, I wanted to add little something. My best friend and I did this while we were pregnant with our little girls and it has stuck with me. Again, in the fast pace world of motherhood, we an sometimes get stuck doing the same thing and forget to look ahead. So, here are a few upcoming things I’m looking forward to in my life:
Today-It’s Friday! No work for the next two days! Also picking up my little girl from my sister-in-laws house (school was cancelled again today!)
This week-My dear friends son is turning two years old. His birthday party should be full of toddler smiles and giggles.
In the near future-Family trip to Disney!