What Doing?
Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 7:26PM I love when Griffin asks me, "What doing, Mama?" There was a time, just a little over a year ago, when I would look at him and say, "When are you going to talk to me, bud?"
There was a time when I couldn't wait for him to put two words together...now he does. Now he says a lot, and he is so much more engaging. The other day he asked me for a poptart, but he didn't stop there. He went on to tell me a story, "Once upon a time poptart...one day poptart...I love poptart."
He's my boy.
So, what am I doing? Well, for starters I am loving this song right now...
And, I'm going to make time to read this here book, even if it kills me. I know, I know, it's old news. You know you're behind the times when your reading a book that they've already made into a movie. Have you read it (or seen the movie)? I've heard conflicting reviews, but I'm going to give it a try. I have lots of other books waiting for my attention, but this one seemed like it might be sort of light, and kind of an escape. Perfect.
I'm trying to take it easy and be kinder to the parts of myself that aren't feeling so strong right now. That's one of the things that I learned in Soul Restoration. We all have a weak side and a strong side, and we need both sides to make us whole. I wasn't too keen on embracing my weak self at first. I think my initial reaction was...hell no! I've spent too much time and effort stuffing that baby...but, it makes sense. We should nurture ourselves like we nurture our children.
I noticed today on facebook that Melody Ross, one of the creators of Brave Girls Club, was featured on this site. Melody and seven other inspiring entrepreneurs where asked the question, "What is one of the major internal blocks that you face (or used to face) as you launch new projects, and how did/do you overcome it?"
Another one of the lessons in Soul Restoration is, "She Did it Anyway". Which means pushing past all of your real or perceived obstacles and just living the life you want to live anyway. It means making all of your big dreams come true.
Are you committed to making your dreams come true? If your obstacles are big or many, how do you work around them so that you don't stay stuck?
Reader Comments (2)
kelly - the tulips are such amazing, vibrant colors. My daughter lives in Arlington, VA & we have marveled over the awesome brick buildings, the cleanliness of this area, the number of people who use public transportation... love it!
thanks for continuing to follow my blog.
right now, my dream is to have full healing of my foot so I can get back to walking & other exercise. I have a difficult time "being in the moment" - always spending too much time "planning" on the next task...
your son's evolution sounds like it requires a lot of strength, calming environments and a mom that is sensitive to his personal needs. he is lucky to have you on his journey. sending you energy and good vibes for consistent mothering.
Oh, I love your site - I'm so glad to have found it. What beautiful photography and words. I adored Eat, Pray, Love. Unconditionally, totally, enthusiastically. Even before it got so popular, and the movie, etc. I found Elizabeth's voice totally relatable, human, honest, and gorgeous. I hope you do too.
xo