Dealing with the Dailies

Yesterday, my 11 month old started with an incredibly stuffy nose. Last night, she had a fever and didn't sleep well at all. Today, both kiddos have it.

Tissues are everywhere. The kids are sneezing in sync or one after the other. Although, the baby seems to be sneezing less and less congested. My eldest is not feeling well, and being sure to let me know.

And the house... well, I'll leave that to your imagination.

In the past, this would've knocked me for a loop. However, I've been noticing a subtle, welcome change in my life. Gradually, my perspective has become more focused on the positives. I like seeing the light in others and situations where most see only despair or something negative.

More and more, I'm starting to realize that life is not just what you make it; it's how you percieve it. I can choose to let this day get me down, or, I can look for the positives. Or, I can let myself feel overwhelmed, and then refocus. After all, sick kiddos means lots of snuggles for this momma. And yeah, last night was challenging and this morning I'm feeling as though I could've used a full night's sleep.

But ya know what? I'm just going to take this sweet babe who's in my arms and give her a good dose of lovin' along with the elder one. And, I'm going to enjoy it.

Thinking about change...

Looking for input here. I've been thinking about several things:

- Should I delete all previous posts and start over?
- Should I delete a good portion of posts, leaving only the ones I really like?
- Should I just leave the blog as is, and keep adding to it?

Thoughts on this?

Thanks...

Lavender Bliss

How long had it been? I couldn't remember the last time. I watched as the water started to fill up the tub. I plopped in the bubble bar and watched in delight as the lavender scent filled the room, the water turned the same shade and there were bubbles - lots of bubbles.

Soon there was a tub of lavender bliss. I wasted no time submerging my feet, legs, and body. Immediately, my muscles that were so tight began to relax and loosen. I felt the challenges and stress of the last few weeks melt off into the water. I lay there, noting the feel of water as it embraced my skin, letting my body let go, and just letting myself feel.

The tempting book I'd brought in to read lay where I'd left it. I didn't want to move; I needed to soak. I soaked in the feel of the water. I soaked in my thoughts about the recent events in my life. I realized my grumpiness had stemmed from giving and giving, and it was time for me to nurture me. It was time for me to receive. So I did.

Moments 16

A weekend of good friends, hand picked flowers, good food, and celebration.

Enjoying the bird songs in the early morning hours. Watching the sun come out, and lighten the sky. Hearing my baby call for her mama, and feeling the embrace of my eldest after she wakes.

Listening to the gentle symphony of crickets, who will increase as autumn approaches.