I marvel at how many days during quarantine I pretty much set myself up for failure. Monday through Friday trying to achieve the perfect schedule laid out for the kids, well-rounded routine of academics, exercise, and free time. After all, that’s how they typically thrive. I’ve always entertained the thought of homeschooling, so I was initially excited about this opportunity. I really wanted the time to plug in with them on their academics. I wanted to teach my kids more about work ethics, determination and how to be a self-starter. I had some home projects I was stoked about achieving …
Top 30 Things I’m Grateful For
Admitting I’m a recovering perfectionist and my ability to work on this daily. My heart issues that started last fall, stopping me from burning the candles at both ends and from being a workaholic while allowing me the ability to become deeply in-tune to what my mind/body/spirit needs. That my body healed itself when I listened to it. Sale of our rental property. My level of perfection makes it hard to be a landlord. I prayed it would sell in 18 days. The 18th day, we signed the offer. A husband who is my opposite and grounds me in life, …
What’s your Perspective?
Proud of this kid. This is Joseph two weeks ago at the end of the Saints vs. Rams game. As you can see by his jersey, Joseph is a Saints fan. He loves that team and Drew Brees. There was so much energy and excitement going into this game for Joseph, and there were only tears and anguish at the end for him. While the Rams celebrated, Joseph said through emotion, “I don’t care. The Saints are still my favorite team.” But he now hated the Rams and had no interest in eating dinner. I gently swooped in and had …