Miscellanies. Updates. Truth about music volume in vehicles. And motherhood encouragement.
1. Two weeks ago Samuel would go to bed easily. We’d say goodnight, tuck him in, pull up his John Deere blanket and leave him in his room, sound asleep, until about 9.5 hours later when he’d awake. Refreshed. Cheerful. Healthy. Until last Tuesday when someone decided to drive down our street at 10:30 at night with their bass loud enough to rattle windows on our home thus waking peaceful Samuel up and causing him to scream in terror. And yes, now, he has hardly slept at all since.
2. That obnoxiously loud bass driver has probably long forgot about the thrill of going deaf with extra loud bass and subwoofers as he drove down our street on Tuesday. But, me? Nope. Night after night with an awake child makes me remember the insensitive move of driving through a residential neighborhood without concern. The things we do? They make a difference in people’s lives. In fact, I want my cheerful, well-rested, not afraid of loud noises coming from cars, Samuel back. *** edited to add: last night was the first night Samuel slept all night long since Tuesday. Thank goodness.
3. My 20 {more} Motherhood Tips article was featured on the Blogher main site – Tips for Motherhood. I’m honored that they decided to feature it over there. If I could add another tip — it would be — ha — teaching my kids to not drive residential streets with loud bass and that extremely large amounts of caffeine are allowed if you are only getting 3-4 hours of sleep a night.
4. Speaking of Blogher — I was blessed to write, review, and be a part of the Capri Sun Super V review and giveaway — it’s for a $1000 Visa Giftcard {Seriously -that would be a blessing!}. My kids loved those juice and veggie {yes, veggie} pouches. Post will be live at 8am CT so make sure to enter! And listen to my Brennan’s super fun vlog about the veggies in the drinks.
5. You know, I should have just sent my daughter Hannah and sister Abby out to deal with that driver. After all they make a really good Thor and Captain America. 😉 {pic below is a walmart instagram in the aisles exclusive}
6. I’ve been working on my ebook and another 10 Days of Intentional Mothering Series. Are there any topics you’re interested in? If you haven’t seen my first 10 Days Series click — Day One:Awake.
7. I’m also working on finalizing my homeschool plans for this year. It’s crazy picking out curriculum for kids from toddlerhood to my {gasp} junior in highschool. It truly does just seem like that it was just yesterday that I was picking out {and over buying} my Hannah’s kindergarten curriculum. And, sigh, now we’re onto all this advanced stuff that seemed so so so far away. Embrace today. They truly do grow. Very fast.
8. I’ve had some requests to print out pictures and articles to be used for MOPS groups, Bible Studies, and more. Please feel free {just please drop me a note a let me know}. And, grin, I speak as well….so if you’re ever interested I’d love to send you my speaker bio and topics. Which include things like – Living a “Loving the Little Things” Life, Joyful Motherhood, and Intentional Motherhood in a Busy World.
9. Today is my Elijah Nathaniel’s 5th Birthday. That precocious boy {which inspired a yet unpublished Dear Mom of a Spirited Child letter} is certainly a dear to me. He’s funny, loving, and just an amazing and awesome addition to our family. I’m so blessed by him and am just completely grateful to be his mother. Look at that face – that angelic I never get into anything but really do face. I love him.
10. Motherhood takes patience. And energy. And lots of coffee. And good friends to call to listen to you. And remembering that an almost three year old who doesn’t sleep at night anymore will someday grow big. And lots of love.
Remember that this Monday.
And please, please, please….always keep your bass down. 🙂
Linking with my lovely friend {who was also featured in Blogher — read Being a Mom and Starting a Side-Gig} Carissa over at lowercase letters.
2 comments
hey sweet friend!! i think it is amazing you are doing an ebook… you were made for that kinda thing! and congrats on your blogher feature as well!!! they totally need to feature you like everyday. : )
poor Samuel losing so much sleep… i’m so happy last night was better. i hope the better trend continues!
happy 5th birthday to Elijah!!! i suppose i first started reading when he was 3. wow! time has passed and what a sweet boy you have. have a fun day celebrating!
love you, my dear friend!
Oh! I would to be able to share your work with the girls at MOPS. I’m in charge of publicity/media this year and have incorporated a blog, so please tell me how you’d you like to have anything I use be noted. I’m new to this, so feel free to be as specific as you’d like! Thanks so much for this blog… I’ve been reading for hours!