This past month has been tough. For many reasons, too numerous to list on this blog. Mostly involving work, questions about Peanut’s speech (and whether she would benefit from some therapy – she just hasn’t closed the gap as quickly as we would have liked), and that ubiquitous search for balance. I’ve felt like my head has been spinning.
Good family and friends have been not only helpful, but essential. I’m thankful to have people And at times like these, I feel like it’s possible to find balance in the most monotonous things. I hate yard work, but overnight it seemed like 10,000 leaves fell on my postage stamp of a lawn. I needed to do something about it, and enlisted Peanut. Over the course of a unseasonably warm November morning, a Friday, we collected and stuffed 5 full bags.
A task with a beginning, and an end. Unlike most everything in life.
And she loved it.
Isn’t it amazing how such little things can take you away from the daily stress? Plus, I bet Peanut loved every moment of the leaf collection. As far as the stress, well, it will get better. It always does, after all. Times like this always make us so thankful for everyone around us.
I don’t have the same stuff going on , but I do have my own lately, so I hear ya. It’s amazing how “life” has been happening lately, and made me question things. And yes, friends and family are TOTALLY essential. Hang in there!! xoxo
Just remember that you’re excellent. She’s excellent. It’s a passing moment and the leaves will keep growing, changing, and falling. You are loved!!
Sometimes it just feels great to get your hands dirty and turn off the brain.
re speech, I have had some issues along the way in other areas and sometimes my ego fought with what might have been best for my son. That’s just my experience strength and hope. Stay open. Hope to see you again soon!
Hang in there chick, I hope things are improving for you. xx
The struggles that we face come and go with the seasons. What’s hurting you now will be a distant memory by the time the leaves change again (hopefully). Hang in there doll.
Hang in there! Life is just so hard on us sometimes and that whole balance thing…yeah it’s a toughy. I can totally relate.
Hope things get easier for you Sarah! Life can be challenging at times, but you will pull through it! So glad that Peanut could help make your life easier by taking one thing off of your to-do list. I can’t wait until Har can do her own laundry.
What a fun activity for Peanut, though tougher for you
It’s the little things, indeed. Things will work themselves out. They always do.