TIPS FOR MOMS #5

TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF. This is going to be a very honest post. If you want a little fluff maybe keep on keepin' on. I'm not in a good head space right now. We are surrounded by bad news lately and tragedy. I know each day is a new day. I've been spending so much energy trying to stay positive that I've been wanting to go to bed at 4. I've been getting sick because I've been taking on so much stress and heartache in part for other people. Being sensitive is a blessing and a curse and as moms we stuff. We bear the weight of so much so that our children don't have to. It's an incredible gift to allow our babies to breathe easy until they're capable of managing (or trying to manage) the pain that comes sometimes. I feel split a million different ways right now. I don't feel settled. I'm sad. I full on sobbed watching Up this weekend with Matilda. I sucked back the tears but sadly she saw them. She wiped them away, that little angel. Then I felt guilty.

Where's the tip, Lesley? I need time for myself. I know that this is a key factor in having a healthy mind and the ability to face head on whatever challenge God deems us capable of handling. I need quiet moments to walk, sit in a bath tub, go to Target, for solace. I haven't had it and I know I need it. Sam's been staying late at the hospital every day. He's an amazing friend. I feel so selfish wanting him home, his help getting the girls to bed. I feel selfish and tired.

Right now having some quiet time to write is just what I need. To pour my heart out a little in hopes that another mom might find comfort in knowing she's not alone in feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes the smallest retreats can refresh your spirit and calm your mind. Lately I've been struggling in my wants to create and not being able to. I crave being able to try new recipes and sew little dresses. I've been stress eating and eating on the run because things have been so crazy. It's making me feel bummed.

On the upside I feel really thankful for my beautiful and loving family, for my friends, the ones that are always there for me (you know who you are), thank you. We'll be fine. Just going through some growing pains I guess you could say. Was going to have some time alone tomorrow but sweet Matilda has pink eye. It's the scariest looking thing. I'm going to try and clear it up with some home remedies. Good night friends.

the photo is a sneak peek at a project that i shot this morning. flowers designed by my lovely friend ash of byrd collective.

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