The Nelson Family: Some what of an "ah ha" moment...

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Some what of an "ah ha" moment...

Lately, I have been struggling with the thought that I don't really know what I like to do in my free time. Ever since I had Deagan, a majority of my time and effort has gone into meeting a need of his or spending time with my hubby to let him know I still adore him, but I have not spent much time doing things for myself. I talked with my mom the other week about this "dilemma" of loosing my identity and forgetting about the things that I use to love to do. Since my mother is so incredibly wise and always seems to know the right thing to say, she reminded me that I indeed have not lost my identity but instead have added to it. What a simple but profound statement that was to me.

Since that conversation with my mother, I have been trying harder to take time for myself. As a result, I have reminded myself of things that I use to love to do and even found new things that I love to do:

*I absolutely LOVE to read! My mom gave me this great book to read, and I finished it with in 2 days. Reading has always been my way of relaxing and getting lost in someone else's problems or triumphs. My current favorite author to read is Dean Hughes. I just can't get enough!

*I love to be crafty! My friend Laura was kind enough to help me with a project (pictures will follow) and she has inspired me to do more crafts. Greg and I also put our efforts together and made some things for our families. I am excited for you guys to see it!

*Because my mother is a remarkable women in every way possible, she was kind of enough to give me the ability to learn a new talent; the talent to sew. For Christmas, she gave me a sewing machine, and I can not wait to use it now!

My "ah ha" moment came when I realized that instead of being upset about what I am not doing because of some "block" in my life I need to go out of my way to find things that make me happy! I am incredibly grateful for my mother who helps me to see things in a new light! Love you mom!

5 comments:

Laura said...: I'm just a stone's throw away! Let me know if you want to hang out again, it's that easy ;); December 3, 2008 at 11:22 PM
Dawn said...: I feel the same way at times but I don't even have a kid yet! I always tell myself that I'll figure it out after I graduate, but I guess it wouldn't hurt to start a little early. Thanks Michelle!; December 4, 2008 at 8:11 AM
Miriah Griffith said...: I know exactly what you mean. Ever since Lucy came into our lives, I define myself as mother and wife, but sometimes I forget to be ME as well. Very insightful, and I'm glad I'm not the only one...; December 4, 2008 at 10:14 AM
Anonymous said...: What wonderful lessons you are learning. Thanks so much sharing. I know how hard it can be to don't set time for yourself.; December 4, 2008 at 11:51 PM
The Lovinger's said...: That was a great post. I think I just had an "ah ha" moment while reading it.... thanks Michelle!; December 5, 2008 at 11:31 AM

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I don't want to forget all the cute things that my children have said or will say, so check back often to see what the Nelson family has to say!

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Kayden: Do I still have my eyeballs or are they still at Grandma and Grandpa's house?

Me: I never knew they were there...

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I was tired this afternoon, and I needed to nurse Kayden. I felt too tired to go pick up Kayden from where he was, so jokingly I asked Deagan if he would go change Kayden's diaper, nurse him, and then put him down for a nap.

He took it seriously, and said, "I have little boobies mommy! But do I have milk?"

Me: "No you don't have milk. I was just kidding."

Deagan: "But do I have water in my boobies?"

Needless to say, he did not follow through with what I said:)

January 6, 2009

*We went to Olive Garden for dinner tonight, and after the waitress brought us our breadsticks my son yelled after her, "Thank you lady!"

*My oldest loves to bring toys with him to bed. Tonight he had a couple of toy dinosaurs that he got for Christmas. The rule we have of bringing toys in bed is that the toys can't play, they have to sleep too. Tonight, he was having a hard time just letting his toys sleep, so I kept asking him to stop playing with the dinosaurs so he could go to sleep. He was getting really frustrated at me because of this and towards the end he started saying, "I am very mad at you!" It was so hard for me not to laugh at that.

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He has done this for a while now, but whenever we are in the car he will ask, "Where are we going?" in a annoyed kind of voice. Later on he will ask really sadly, "Where did my house go?"

October 29, 2009

My oldest woke up really early this morning, and was whiny and impossible to please. At this point, I am dreading the day ahead and it is only 7 a.m. My oldest was sitting on his play table coloring and playing with his paint box (that was empty). He dropped the paint box, and began whining for me to pick it up. The conversation went something like this:

D: "Pick it up Mommy!"

Me: "It is right by you, you pick it up."

**Pause from Deagan**

D: "Michelle! Pick it up!"

I couldn't help but smile when he called me Michelle. Maybe this day will be better then I am expecting.

September 6, 2009

I think that wanting your privacy while going potty is a natural instinct that we are all born with and that develops over time. D is beginning to show signs that this privacy is a very important time when going to the bathroom. This afternoon I was making dinner and came in to the living room to check on him. As I walked into the room, he held out his hand and yelled, "No Mom! Go back!" I can always tell when he is done by him allowing me to stay in the same room with him.

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D wants me to always watch what he is doing regardless of what it is. His new favorite thing to say is, "WATCH MOM!" over and over.

July 11, 2009

I was taking a bath, and locked D in the bathroom with me while I did so so I could keep an eye on him. During this process, D was very interested in his old nursing buddies (if you get my drift) and kept saying "Yummy!" "Yummy?" I asked him. "What did it taste like?" "HOT DOGS!" He replied!

July 8, 2009

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