the matter of Me
I have made a point of focusing on Me lately. As a Mama, I am constantly fighting the guilt for this even though I know that is totally INSANE! In my mind I know I need and deserve to spend time on myself and that in the end this will make me a better Mama, wife and friend. So in honor of my, Ugh is it really???, 33rd birthday which is quickly approaching I have decided to gift myself with some time and attention.
The first goal is to pay attention to my body everyday. I have done this by adding a short workout followed by a short yoga session into my schedule everyday (I have only missed one day in almost a month) and when time and weather permits, a nice long walk. Next, my spirit. I have started reading a few books discussing connecting with your spiritual side and I have added a few minutes for meditation after yoga each day. Also, my creative side. I have embraced my new favorite hobby, sewing, and after the kids are in bed I sew for an hour or two 5 or 6 nights a week. Such a good replacement for zoning out on the sofa! And finally, to become better at nourishing myself and my family, I am trying one new recipe every week.
Although this has put a time crunch on my day, (less long leisurely phone calls, less blogging, less TV time) I feel GREAT. More energized, more clear minded, more accomplished. I really do have more to give my family, my home, my community, after meeting my own needs. I am sure I will post more on these changes in the months to come.
So here is a little of what I have been working on:
For the block swap, a floral pinwheel theme.
And, for the block of the month club at my local quilting store,
My goal is to have this quilt finished for Lucy before she transitions to a big bed...I think I can do it! There are 6 really important women in my life that have April birthdays and their gifts are also taking much time. I will try to show pictures after the gifts are given!
The first goal is to pay attention to my body everyday. I have done this by adding a short workout followed by a short yoga session into my schedule everyday (I have only missed one day in almost a month) and when time and weather permits, a nice long walk. Next, my spirit. I have started reading a few books discussing connecting with your spiritual side and I have added a few minutes for meditation after yoga each day. Also, my creative side. I have embraced my new favorite hobby, sewing, and after the kids are in bed I sew for an hour or two 5 or 6 nights a week. Such a good replacement for zoning out on the sofa! And finally, to become better at nourishing myself and my family, I am trying one new recipe every week.
Although this has put a time crunch on my day, (less long leisurely phone calls, less blogging, less TV time) I feel GREAT. More energized, more clear minded, more accomplished. I really do have more to give my family, my home, my community, after meeting my own needs. I am sure I will post more on these changes in the months to come.
So here is a little of what I have been working on:
For the block swap, a floral pinwheel theme.
And, for the block of the month club at my local quilting store,
My goal is to have this quilt finished for Lucy before she transitions to a big bed...I think I can do it! There are 6 really important women in my life that have April birthdays and their gifts are also taking much time. I will try to show pictures after the gifts are given!
Comments
It's ok to love yourself because we sure do!!!
Gab
I love your quilt blocks you are getting very good.
Enjoy your birthday week. Miss you, love you.
Chanley
And I LOVE all your quilting! I tried sewing, but have never been very good at it. I'm jealous of your skills ;).
A very HAPPY BIRTHDAY dear one.
Aunt Louise
Dikke