Hello, friends! How have you been?
A lot has happened since August 2014. So much, in fact.
I’m not sure why today feels right but, for a number of reasons, I needed to come back. Back to this space that saw me through ups and downs. It was safe, my online home. A place to document and catalog every little detail of this crazy renovation. I learned more about myself in that process than any other time. The self-reflection. Putting the story out there, on paper for all to see. It helped me process, analyze, examine, finish. It held me accountable.
For the past while, I have been feeling like I’m treading water. Staying afloat but not really going anywhere. Laundry gets done but not put away. The dishwasher gets run but not emptied. I make piles and tuck things behind doors or in drawers.
Tonight, I went to fix the LED under cabinet lights that have been out for almost 9 months. I bought replacement connectors off of Amazon and they were sitting on the island until Easter. Then Easter came and they got tucked away so the place could look a little presentable. And now I can’t find them. They’re somewhere safe. So safe I cannot find them. Tearing through every cabinet, drawer, closet, bag, nook, and cushion I can think of. More mess. Still no connectors.
So frustrated I could scream. I almost lost it. On the edge of my very own temper tantrum.
A deep breath. In through my nose. Lips closed. Out through my nose. Ujjayi breath to calm my blood pressure. Recenter.
Something needs to change. I need accountability and a reason to dig out. Clearly doing it for myself and my family hasn’t been working.
So, “Hello!” I’ve missed you. I wonder if you missed me. I hope you’re well. I’m well. It’s been a long time. Perhaps we could catch up?
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Oh yay! I wondered what had happened and am so glad to hear that you are well I hope you will blog again to let us all share in your adventure. You’ve been missed!
You’re so sweet. Thanks!!
Always happy to catch up. Maybe you need a specific goal with a timeline to get something specific done – works for me 🙂
YES. I need deadlines. I’m very much a deadline/timeline/event person. Totally!
Welcome back!
Thank you!!
So glad you are back, and CONGRATULATIONS on the adorable new nugget (and your parner)!
I can completely relate on all that you have said, particularly the laundry that gets done, but not put away, etc. Since I have had kids, I feel like the chaos in my house has an even more profound impact on my inner self, so I feel ya on the need to dig out. Looking forward to the journey with you again 😊
Thank you!!
This post shook me to the core: I could have written every word myself. As a mom of an 18-month-old boy, I completely understand your sentiment and very much look forward to upcoming posts. CONGRATULATIONS on your beautiful little family!
Thank you!! It’s a fun age, huh?
Yay!! You’re back! Welcome back.
Welcome back 🙂
Welcome Back!
hooray! hello!
Welcome back ~