November 2018 Seriously? How is it November 2018. I feel as if all of October went by in a big blur. I thought I got a lot done, and I know we were busy. However, when I went back and looked at my goals, it did not look good. This past month actually looked like a big fail. But, that's life, right? You can plan as much as you want, and set expectations, but reality … [Read more...]
Holiday Gratitude: Why I’m Thankful this Season
Holiday Gratitude Every year comes with its ups and downs. This year was no different. We experienced many challenges, and sometimes it's hard to see the good when you're in that hard spot. But, there were so many things that we are thankful for. That I am thankful for. With the holidays approaching, it's nice to take some time to reflect on those blessings. So, today, I'm … [Read more...]
Battling Anxiety: Five good things on Friday
Anxiety I've talked about it a little bit, but I've been battling anxiety for most of my life. It's not just a little nervousness or healthy fear, it's full-on, debilitating, makes my life stop anxiety. It is truly an illness. I've tried dealing with it on my own, talking to my family doctor, seeing a psychiatrist, and taking medication. It's taken years to find the right … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving and the Things I’m Thankful for Today
Thanksgiving Happy Thanksgiving! If I'm being honest, I haven't been all too thankful lately. I've been sick, tired, and generally just burned out. I took on a lot, didn't get enough rest, and just got into a bad space. Even though it was No Yell November, I wasn't too nice. Then, the guilt came. It wasn't pretty. But, I'm slowly digging myself out. It really helped … [Read more...]
School Days Ahead
School Days Summer school has ended for Mr. B, and with that ending, it brings us to the beginning of actual school days. I registered Mr. B last night, and I got the twins' preschool letter too. I'm going to have a first grader! And (potty training pending) 2 preschoolers! Yikes! How did this happen? Not only has this summer went by at lightening speed, but it seems … [Read more...]
