Today, I am feeling happy.
All that hormonal wildness seems to have passed and I am left at peace- giddy for the upcoming week. My sweet Kaleb has moved all the furniture, fixins, and rooms back to where they were and I can't explain how good it feels. Who needs a school room really? From the wise words of a kind reader "school happens anywhere, stop trying to bring the classroom home." So very true.
Also, I completely scrapped our previous homeschooling curriculum and after hours and hours of intense, rigorous research- I managed to combine a few different approaches to come up with a plan that has brought back the happy and sweet buttery bliss that I once dreamed of.
I'm also riding on a high from my first, ever, successful go at a crockpot. I know, they are suppose to be infallible, but I have only had epic fails in my vain past attempts, so this was a real win!
I got to spend the entire day on Friday out and about- eating, shopping, and eating some more with a dear friend. I tell ya true- my people skills have gone wwwwaaaayyy down, and they weren't that great to begin with. I have completely forgotten how to have adult conversations, it's like any other skill and must be practiced, and I have not. So, If you ever meet me some day, I apologize in advance- it will probably be awkward.
Also, I want to say a big Thank You to all of you! Your beautiful comments and thoughts on fear- they encouraged me, they brought me hope and peace and I'm thankful for this incredible community and each of you.
Somehow all of this combines into a thrill. A feeling in the depth of my tummy that is rumbling with excitement- I'm not sure what all the week holds, but it seems good.
Also, I completely scrapped our previous homeschooling curriculum and after hours and hours of intense, rigorous research- I managed to combine a few different approaches to come up with a plan that has brought back the happy and sweet buttery bliss that I once dreamed of.
I'm also riding on a high from my first, ever, successful go at a crockpot. I know, they are suppose to be infallible, but I have only had epic fails in my vain past attempts, so this was a real win!
I got to spend the entire day on Friday out and about- eating, shopping, and eating some more with a dear friend. I tell ya true- my people skills have gone wwwwaaaayyy down, and they weren't that great to begin with. I have completely forgotten how to have adult conversations, it's like any other skill and must be practiced, and I have not. So, If you ever meet me some day, I apologize in advance- it will probably be awkward.
Also, I want to say a big Thank You to all of you! Your beautiful comments and thoughts on fear- they encouraged me, they brought me hope and peace and I'm thankful for this incredible community and each of you.
Somehow all of this combines into a thrill. A feeling in the depth of my tummy that is rumbling with excitement- I'm not sure what all the week holds, but it seems good.
So happy for you. Enjoy this place you are in.
ReplyDeletePS We don't have a schoolroom, not enough space :) I prefer to think that the world is our schoolroom.
I like that! Fits so much better with our lifestyle:)
DeleteYay for happy!!! Great job on getting back to fun schooling. I thought I needed a room once too---- but we don't. It's much more fun to learn anywhere. Enjoy your week!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad things are going well. I think it can be so hard to embrace change and then have it fall short of expectations. I'm glad that we can almost always change back. :) I agree with you about Crockpots. I have the hardest time with them. We usually make something and it's ok... but makes 8 servings.. so between the two of us we have to eat 4 meals... it gets so old. Or yes, it is sometimes just awful as well. I'm glad you had success. Share the recipe? Glad you are feeling better! XO -Alexandra
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I'm so happy to hear you a feeling better! On another note - are those balloons? Where in the world did you find them? They are awesome!
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Yes! Aren't they cute?! I honestly have no idea where they are from, their Pop sent them:)
DeleteI am so glad that things are looking up this week! Those balloons are so fun. I love my crockpot and use it all of the time, so I second the request for the recipe if you feel like sharing it. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteIt was just one of our whole chickens, and while it was successful in that it was cooked well, I much prefer my roasting recipes. So please, share some of your standbys with me, I'm at a loss!
DeleteI'm right there with you. Last week was tough but this week feels so full of promise! Glad you are feeling better in your soul :)
ReplyDeleteYou must share that crock pot recipe that was a winwinwin! I'm glad your week is off to a great start. Your kiddos certainly are adorable.
ReplyDeleteHooray to an awesome start for Monday. I love that you've bounced back with more sunshine to share. Your crock pot mention had me laughing and cheering you on. Cooking wins are sometimes the best wins. Here's to a great week!
ReplyDeleteTexas Jak
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We must be on the same hormonal train because last week was a doozie and today I am feeling all positive hahaha! Glad to hear your week is starting out as it should!
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Michaela
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finally got around registering to disqus! I tried to avoid it for the longest time, but I had to comment! haha. Anyways, glad you are feeling better . Maybe you are not used to adult talk anymore, but I can't even speak my own language! As I always spak Spanish I have real difficulties to have a more elaborate conversation in German. Scary!
ReplyDeleteYay- your here and back and I'm so glad!! I cannot even fathom trying to do this, but hey at least you have an excuse!!
DeleteI'm so glad you are enjoying homeschooling again and congrats on cooking something great with the crockpot. it took me a few tries too before I actually cooked something worth eating lol
ReplyDeleteJessica
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I'm so glad you were able to work through your fears & come through to the other side happier & ready to move on. Also you're not alone with regards to your crockpot--my first 3? 4? attempts were AWFUL. But thankfully they've gotten much better. :)
ReplyDeleteGlad you are feeling better!
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Beautiful children. Glad to hear you're in a great mood and I do hope you have a wonderful week :) x
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glad the hormonal wave has passed and your week is off to a good start! lucky you with your crock pot, I really want to get one!
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Oh I know what you mean when you talk about crock pot fails! For me it's like 50/50 I think. I just never know with crock pot recipes! Haha.
ReplyDeleteHappy is good. Hormones are bad! Crockpot meals are in the middle. I finally made a lentil recipe that my kids could eat (and myself). We're rockin' and Rollin!
ReplyDeleteWhat fun photos! Those balloons are awesome and your kids are just beautiful. Have a wonderful start to the week :)
ReplyDeleteYour photos are so much fun! And as for having a day out-and-about...lovely! I rarely get time for myself, and I absolutely love my family and little girls to pieces, but sometimes, even a trip to the grocery story, or hair salon, can provide a big boost in mood and energy. Great post!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy you're feeling happy! Sounds like a little change was what you needed, and it's made everything "click" back into place. :)
ReplyDelete-Ashley
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it makes me happy that you had a happy day. :)
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