I am very much my mother's daughter in that I thrive off being busy. I've realized being a mother of one, with very few social responsibilities, doesn't really demand much time. [Please don't say, "just have another kid, that will fix your problem." I've heard that more than plenty already, and sometimes that's not completely in our control.] The last several weeks have found an empty calendar. I remember having lists of events on each day of the week dating clear back to high school. I can't think of a time ever in my life where I have had so few responsibilities and commitments. Some people might like that. I do not. Jadyn and I tend to use our days to play, clean, grocery shop, run errands, talk to family, and bake (she loves being "mommy's big helper").
Cody on the other hand has waaaaayyyy too much on his plate. Work is so demanding, keeping him late most days, and having him travel about a week each month. Then the hour or two he has in the evenings are used to plan early morning seminary lessons. All Cody desires is less responsibility, more relaxation. Actually I crave that too--for Cody, not me--because that would mean I get to see him more.
Kind of funny the situations we find ourselves in. The result? All I have for you/the blog are the ordinary, day-to-day events. Nothing wrong with that though. Isn't that why we have blogs? Here are some cute pictures of Jade.
And here are the pillows I made during nap time. They are for our bed, complete with zippers and inserts so I can wash the covers. Don't look too close--the zippers are far from perfect, but I'm okay with it--they are my first in almost nine years. I'm finding more and more time for sewing so I guess that is an upside.
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Jade is so cute and I love your pillows! You are so talented. I'm feeling like Cody right now. Being the YW President is kicking my bum. I LOVE the girls, but there is a lot to my calling and I feel like I don't have enough time for my family let alone myself, so I get a little frustrated at times. It seems that my life has been a rollercoaster with the busier and freer moments. It looks like you're doing your best to enjoy this freer time, but don't worry too much the busier times are coming =).
Adorable Nicole! I love the pillows!
Tommy and I are in the same deal. Our lives are a cyle of dishes, laundry, groceries, and storytime at the library. I think Tommy even gets bored with ME!
I really don't understand how you are so good at everything. Those pillows are awesome! Also the pictures of Jayden are so cute. She is growing up so fast!
The pillows are awesome! As for the rest...I feel you! Derick is like Cody...plate too full...it's hard, but I keep telling myself that it won't always be this way...(who knows if that's true, but I need to hear it...:) ) Do you like to read? I can't wait to see you in the summer!! Love you--big hugs from me!!
cute pillows. in your free time you should call me. we are now just 12 hours different so it will be easy to figure out. miss you.
Maybe you could use your spare time to make your cousin some cute pillows for her bed? I somewhat relate, Jake has also got a heavy load and there isn't a lot I can do to help him carry it. I think we just have to learn to deal with the ebb and flow of life. Someday, maybe soon, you'll get back to your normal busy self and hopefully Cody will get a break. Who knows? Love ya!
Wow, those pillows are so beautiful! You are so amazing!
Wow I still can't believe she is 2!! Time just flies way too fast. I'm so excited you're coming to visit!! We will def need a play date. Bryn can't get enough of other kids and I am so bad at making time for that. You are such a crafty girl - take advantage of that time to sew!! I have so many projects waiting for me that I have yet to get to!
I am the exact same way as you. I need to have a list of things to do during the day, and I need to have an exact schedule or else I go a little nutty. So I definitely understand. I LOVE being busy!! Love it! One thing that really helps me is having playdates. I try to call a new mom/child every once and awhile, socially for me and for my children. I also have to sign Mason up for classes and stuff, adding to the schedule. I had the biggest fear of being a stay-at-home mom because I worried so much about being bored.
I'm with you Nicole. I love having a full agenda and running around getting things done. Social, work, whatever, I love it too. I've had a lot more down time recently as well... less structure. It gets so frustrating some days. But... I'm getting better at organizing my time so I don't feel like I'm cleaning ALL day. Have you ever felt like that. Oh wait.... ALL week. I love it though. I love playing with my kids, even though I wish I knew a lot more about teaching them to be genius'. We're moving into our new place tomorrow, so maybe I can review all of your projects and make my home as cute as yours. We're way excited! I'll call or e-mail you with more details later. :) And I totally love the pillows.
Nicole, DON'T, I repeat, DO NOT have another baby. It's not that I don't want another niece, or possibly a nephew, It's that I want to be around when they are a baby. So that's out of the picture. Your pillows are so cute, and so is that little polo dress Jadyn is wearing. I love reading your blog. I wish we were awake at the same time. I'd love a little skype sesh.
I thought I posted a comment on here days ago. Weird. Anyway, love the pillows. But I already told you that. And you are so amazing that you feel bored being a mom! I feel like my head is barely above water sometimes. Teach me how to do this whole parenting thing with some time to myself. You're so good at it.
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