tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13285511741047129432024-03-14T04:49:57.892-05:00A mommy to multiples plus one!A mommy first and foremost, a lover of music and reading. I love to learn, I love life and intend on making the most out of any situation that is thrown my way! I have been through a lot, and have used that to make me a stronger woman!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.comBlogger162125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-76468583121506938462016-07-27T22:30:00.001-05:002016-07-27T22:30:01.733-05:00A little of this and that~ To say life is busy would be an understatement, It is amazing how much one can cram into one day! We are embarking on a new school year for my trio! V will be a kindergartner, S & K will be in 1st grade and I am having a hard time wrapping my mind around it all. They will be switching to school on base, sadly switching after school care after 2 years with an amazing place off base but good friends are hard to come by and I know they will remain in our lives. I have been blessed with a pretty fantastic job on base at the military medical clinic in flight medicine and I LOVE IT! I come to work smiling and I leave smiling which is such a blessing, it is the type of blessing I have spent a few years praying for and in God's timing he provides. <br />
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This summer we have been experiencing a little bit more to what New Mexico has to offer! The kids and I love Bottomless lake, now despite a pretty serious injury I had July 4th weekend-complete with emergency surgery I STILL love it there! That weekend was hazy looking back but again, God somehow took care of the small details for me. A very long and detailed story short, I was surrounded by true friends, and my neighbor/friend Maricela literally was my rock that day and the days that followed. My little girls stayed with some amazing new friends that I made, and I can truly say were so selfless in their efforts to care for my littles while Jason was coming home from a trip that turned short as a result of my klutzy self! And my boy spent the night with Maricela's husband and son! The kids ended up having a blast and were kept somewhat blissfully unaware of the events that transpired. Which was again, a blessing...In so many ways. <br />
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As parents we like to think we can do everything, but when life throws us curve balls we are reminded that we cannot, that there are times we rely on those when you least expect it. Like I said earlier, the events of that day were hazy at best and I was very out of it but from what I was told, I was very lucky to have been surrounded by my guardian angels that day...I will be forever grateful for those special people in my life. It is amazing how life shows you a different way to look at things, just by a couple of differences. A different spin than you ever thought possible but again makes you remember to have faith...Faith is real and true, you just have to believe it!<br />
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After several months of not blogging I have missed it, I have missed sharing my musings if you will...It helps me, and gives me an outlet of sorts. I want to share my blessings, my life events of all types and get back to sharing what life is like with Twins Plus One! As we finish up the rest of our summer with a quick visit to see my family next weekend filled with lots of swimming, catching up with my family and friends and just relaxing before school starts for both them and me! <br />
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This weekend we have plans of swimming on base, BBQ's, church, and I am hoping for some down time in the form of an afternoon nap or a long session of Netflix and popcorn with my little family!<br />
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What do you all do for down time? It is supposed to be well over 100 degrees here this weekend, so what are the plans when it is too hot? What are some yummy weekend meals you like to cook? I am so glad to be back in Bloggerville! <br />
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Blessings all~<br />
Sarah<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-54684423063728013632016-02-02T22:07:00.000-06:002016-02-02T22:07:31.616-06:00So many new things! Hello 2016!It has been a LONG time since I sat down at my computer and decided to write, I have wanted to but my kiddos and family life always come first! So much has happened, it seemed like I started a new job, Halloween was here and before I knew it we were ringing in the New Year! <br />
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There are several things that I have set out to accomplish this year:<br />
-Be more present for my kids/family and unplug from Facebook, etc. OFTEN.<br />
-Be more present for those close friends in my life.<br />
-Continue eating right, and work out several times a week.<br />
-Keep a positive attitude no matter what, albeit at times difficult continue to try. <br />
-BE THANKFUL,BE GRATEFUL,BE IN THE MOMENT.<br />
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Simply put, be a better version of myself. Isn't that something that we all strive for? I have three little people who watch me, hear my words and how I choose to use them. I need to step it up for them and for myself-and I have. #WIN<br />
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Next I thought for months on what spin I wanted this blog to take and it is simple, I want it to remain about a mommy to three kiddos close in age, mommy to multiples, but taking the next step and we now navigate new experiences, above all else keep it real. Pictures, always pictures! Quick meals that I do to keep it simple and healthy, the work outs that I do(or attempt to!) <br />
There are several books I have been asked to review which I am very excited about-Stay tuned on that! I am also a Beachbody coach and I am going to start posting reviews on products, shake ideas for people with food allergies like myself and how I adapt them to work. Maybe even some free samples of products down the road! I am very excited about that aspect and I cannot wait to share my excitement soon! Finally one last element, I *dabble* in writing, and I want to share those stories here, and get others feedback, I believe that in order for me to improve I need to put it out there so I am taking a leap and plan to do that. <br />
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Finally last year brought ALOT into my life, some great and some less than great-but I am using that to fuel my new year and new vibe. I will post some pictures from our few trips late last year and end on that note! I hope that you all will join me on a new spin of Mommy to Multiples plus one! <br />
-Namaste'<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-52986766200419184022015-10-28T13:42:00.000-05:002015-10-28T13:42:10.705-05:00Why should I blog?Why should I blog? Does anyone really care? Are my ramblings and musings making a difference to anyone's lives? And then I realized I do this for ME. While my stories of my kids and our weekends may not resonate with many they do so with me, and its therapeutic to put your words out there-they become real, they become part of a larger picture. My kids are my world, I strive to be a better version of myself for them and for me, they are the light in my dark times and the smiles when I cannot always find my own. I realized a lot over the last week, I was in an unhappy situation and thankfully was "taken" out of it. For the reasons of privacy I will keep the exact details quiet but those that talk to me on a daily basis know the reasons, know the stories. <br />
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This last week I have had a renewed sense of self, you see I have been part time at Plateau espresso since early spring and this place is amazing. The vibes I get from our customers and my co-workers is nothing short of magical. I was talking with my manager about it just this morning-she's a dear friend more than a manager. This place has helped me find my smile again, along with my trio whom are my reason. For everything. Scarlett said to me on Monday after I picked her up, "mommy the coffee place makes you happy!" Yes honey it really does, it renews my spirit and these amazing people I work with? Nothing short of amazing. We help one another out, we genuinely like one another and respect one another. That is paramount in any professional setting! It seems that in today's society we lack in basic human principals, manners, kindness, courtesy. Isn't that a sad realization? We live in a society where we cannot be happy for others be it a life style choice, change, down to a new hair cut-BE KIND-BE KIND-BE KIND! I have a dear friend who is hurting, struggling with some family news that is hard and honestly heartbreaking. They are a very close knit family and they will be facing a deployment for a year. Another group of amazing military members going into harms way, into a senseless war with no end in sight. How utterly frustrating from an American point of view but also from a point of view from a person who loves this family and my friend dearly. You see, her and I we grew apart as some friendships do-BUT recently we started texting more and confiding in one another again, this is the start of getting our friendship back on track and in the spring when she will have me, I am coming to visit and cheer her and her children up even if only for a few days. This friend has been my "person" for almost 15 years, she was my family when I was stationed in Illinois, we have seen one another through so many things in our respective lives, birth of children, loss of family members, relationship troubles, pain, happiness, joy, you name it-she's been part of it. <br />
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So there it is gang, I blog because I want to share my words, and if she is reading this I hope she knows that she will be well taken care of during this time of change next year. <br />
I blog because I hope that my words, and stories might resonate with someone else so that they might not feel so alone in this big world. I hope that as I do this more, and contribute to my blog more that I will make a difference. <br />
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I will also be charting my journey through Beach Body as I am working toward a healthier life style CHANGE. NOT DIET. This is just the beginning. <br />
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Many new things on my horizon, how things turn out we shall see-but all I can do is put one foot in front of the other, take it minute by minute and do my best. <br />
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Love to all.<br />
~SAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-68505131856736891692015-10-25T21:47:00.000-05:002015-10-25T21:47:42.639-05:00As we FALL into FALL!WOW!<br />
One year ago this week we moved to New Mexico, for our new journey, our new base, our new start. So many things have happened in this last year, so much has been opened up in front of me and I have learned a lot about myself. <br />
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First off we are preparing for Halloween in this house and let me tell you, EXCITED kids big time! I have a handsome, muscular Batman, a feisty Minion-ette, and a proper Elsa queen! I was able to get the girls costumes on Amazon instead of battling Walmart which I would rather NOT do so shopping online-WIN! We will do some trick or treating on base, around our neighborhood and hopefully hand out candy also. The days here are still pretty warm but the nights get rather cold quickly, its amazing how once that desert sun sets, the temperatures go way down and it is jacket time. I am looking forward to fall and winter, I love that time of year and I love it so much I might just be putting up our Christmas tree up after Halloween! Haha! Call me a weirdo BUT I love that time of year, and I have been eyeing a fake fireplace that gives off heat and has a mantle to decorate, I want that! Bundle up on the couch watching Christmas movies, listening to Christmas music and being with my little family, there is nothing better than that. We will be spending Christmas week with my family in California, it has been 10 years since we have been back so it is exciting to say the least! <br />
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The twins are doing so great in kindergarten, Kellan got honor roll on Thursday and he also made the principles list, he was so proud and so were we. He is turning into quite the little school lover, he loves reading and his teacher said he is the best behaved in his class. He has not had any time outs since he started school in August! NOT ONE! He is the only one to have a "red clip" which I guess is a big deal, she said he is always prepared and loves to do math and reading the most. Scarlett is in a different class, she is also doing so wonderful. She has found a sassy side it would seem per her teacher! Haha! She has had a few time outs since the start of school but over all she is attentive, listens well and seems to be Miss Popularity! As we walk into school everyday she is always saying hello to someone or waving to another person. She is our social butterfly! And Violet-Oh Violet! She is still our head strong and Miss Independent but is really learning a lot in her pre-k class! Reading and letters are becoming better for her, and I think that in no time she will start reading and really finding her groove. She switched schools for a few months but she is back at her original school and she and (we) could not be happier. She is very outgoing, she has a little bit of my personality and a whole bunch of her OWN! She is sassy and knows it, my mom laughs and said she is ALL SASSY. Our violet! <br />
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My life has taken a little detour and at the moment I am riding it out, I am back at the coffee shop-My little piece of heaven-Plateau Espresso. It overlooks the entire town and it is MY HEAVEN here on earth. It is where I have found my smile again, in a work setting, it is filled with awesome vibes, amazing customers and fantastic co-workers. This is just what my heart needed, and it took me stepping back from my previous situation to see how unhappy I was, how I felt so out of place. Now? I am back at it-Barista life. And looking for more professional opportunities, with a few things "brewing" on the back burner. To be continued!<br />
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Finally, about 8 weeks ago I took my health back into my hands, I decided to purchase and really commit to the 21 Day Fix by Beach Body. It is portion control, little to no carbs and a simple yet healthy eating plan. Who knew that being healthy could be this awesome? The program lays everything out for you, down to a daily workout for 21 days. My first round I lost around 10 inches in the hips area, and 4 in my abdomen area, and about 10 pounds-give or take a few! You work out 30 minutes a day, 7 days a week and I will not lie-I was sore and still am BUT my body is getting more and more used to it. It is NOT a diet, it is a lifestyle change, a healthy life change. I loved it so much I joined my friend as a Beach body coach, to hopefully help those who have been on the fence like myself! As I learn more about my health and my body I hope to help others. To be continued on that also-but I can tell you-I am happy with my choice to join such an amazing team. And the support we give one another is nothing short of wonderful. <3 p=""><br />
I will close for now, I have three little goblins I need to put to bed. Thank you to those who support me/us, sending me the positive vibes and prayers and the kind words-they mean more than you know. <br />
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Our last few weeks have been BUSY, and we are still trying to get into a solid groove-the kids find it difficult to go to bed early and wake up early. Tis' my life!<br />
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So for the last 2 weeks I have been changing my eating habits drastically, and following the 21 Day fix by Beach Body. Week 1 was prep but I went ahead and dove right in, Week 2 was this last week and it was another pretty successful week. The idea behind it is portion control, and eating smaller meals more often. More of the right meals, foods, less sugar and snacks which has been a difficult hurdle but each day it gets better. My morning Shakeology helps immensely! It is vegan chocolate, banana, ice, and unsweetened almond milk-blend and YUM!! That is my breakfast, then a small snack and there starts my day! Typically some sort of food/snack every 2 hours! It equates to a lot of food which is the most surprising piece to this! Add in the daily exercise routine, 30 minutes a day, 7 days a week and WOW have I been sore but with each passing day I find myself feeling better and better. My body is changing, little by little and I could not be happier with these results! It is not a quick fix or quick weight loss BUT it does produce real results. I am so excited and on fire for this! I plan to start sharing my journey more as it evolves! For now I will leave it simple and tell you I am so happy with the results and lifestyle change I have made. <br />
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One last thing-I registered for school and I cannot be more stoked! I should start in a month or so. Changes are happening in my life, and I am excited! My family is healthy and happy, my hubby is the light of my life, my kids are our joy. I am blessed!<br />
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XOXO-Sarah<br />
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Feel free to like and follow this blog, I want to start documenting my journey through school, weight loss, and my beach body journey! Appreciate it all gang! Much love! <3 p=""></3>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-62513222342690058952015-09-06T22:06:00.000-05:002015-09-06T22:06:40.311-05:00September already?September already? Seeing Halloween stuff out at the store, costumes, candy, what? I literally blinked and summer is over. Albeit still 100 degrees in New Mexico mind you, BUT in theory it is on our way to being Fall. Fall is my favorite time of year, I can wear sweaters, and scarves, bundle up and go back to cuddles on the back porch watching the night sky. We have been here in New Mexico almost one year, it will be a year in November. It has all gone by in a blink, my kids are thriving in school and we are blessed. I am a preschool teacher currently, and I am lucky enough to have Violet at my school. She does not quite understand that I am her teacher there among my other students and not just her mommy. She has to follow directions and see me hugging on other little kiddos, that part has been very difficult in all honesty but it has only been a month so we will give it a little more time for us to adjust, for everyone to get used to change. Change seems to be the theme in our lives, I blink and my children are growing quickly, I blink and my husbands military obligations are becoming increasingly more frequent. Change-I miss my career, but here is the weird piece. What is MY career? Is it the medical stuff I did while in the Air Force, or the medical stuff I did all those years after my service? Or the Starbuck's job? Or my most recent change yet again, Preschool teacher? As a mother does our career automatically change without our knowing it? Is my career at this point in time-Motherhood? Being a supportive military spouse? Is my job simply that? A job? I think there are things in life that I enjoy BUT my children, my husband-those things come first. That is ok, at times I miss my medical job, I miss my professional life BUT there are so many more positive things that I am able to add to my life as a result of change. <br />
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Change is good, change is necessary, change helps you grow in so many ways. <br />
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There are several things that I am still trying to change, and for now I will keep those to myself. I am excited about the future! I will say that much! <br />
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Besides CHANGING my hair by chopping 5 inches off I also started a lifestyle/food change. I have been exercising every night, and starting my first real round of the 21 day fix cycle 1 tomorrow. This week is prep but I am prepped and ready to go! I have been phasing a lot out of my diet/life, and while sugar is still my biggest battle I am trying! Shakeology helps curb my need to eat candy, etc. ALL DAY LONG! The one great thing about my current job is that I do not have time to sit and think about food, my students keep me on my toes and then 9 hours later I head home to my own busy kiddos who ALSO keep me on my toes. Too busy to think about snacks and food? WIN! <br />
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As I sit here at the end of another busy weekend, I am tired, I am beat, BUT I am blessed. I have three children who love me and J so much. They are all over us all the time-and for that I cannot complain. They still love us, someday I will not have that so for now I am loving and enjoying every moment. Labor Day is tomorrow and we will more than likely spend it at the base pool soaking up the last day of a pool open! I will make us a picnic and simply enjoy our family time, and then prepare for another busy week. <br />
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I am trying to enjoy more, complain less and make the most of all situations. <br />
Love and light to all~<br />
SAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-30991534445977259482015-08-15T22:10:00.000-05:002015-08-18T21:53:14.664-05:00Summer is over, next chapter begins!Greetings gang!<br />
The summer is over, although here in New Mexico it is still 100 plus degrees!! So many things have happened since I last blogged. I stopped blogging, I pulled away from social media and focused on my children, my husband, and my life more. I realized that several relationships in my life needed to be put on a back burner-it felt necessary. I no longer am chasing people in my life, and it is a very freeing feeling. <br />
My children are getting so big, the twins start kindergarten on Tuesday the 18th and as I sit here I am choking back a lump in my throat. Today I took the girls to get hair cuts, S wanted a "big girl" cut and V still allowed me to help. My son K got a faux hawk two weeks ago when he was visiting my parents, they all are making their own decisions...WOW. The twins are not going to be in the same class, after much thought and talking with the principal we all thought it would help them be independent and each have their own teacher. K is very reliant on sissy, so I am sure the first month will be a huge adjustment for him. They are best friends and at times I find them snuggled in the same bed, or finishing one another's thoughts. It is so amazing. V is on her own feisty planet! She is hilarious, tells outrageous stories, teases, likes to give us a run..for...our...money. YOWZA! I am very happy V will be a student at the school I teach at starting Monday, I will not be her main teacher BUT I get to see her throughout the day, that makes my heart happy. <br />
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J and I are so proud of the children we are raising. It is not easy but it is without a doubt the most rewarding thing I have ever done. Our little family of 5 is strong, so much more close than we have been in years past and I am so happy about that. <br />
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For the first time in several years we took a very long over due vacation. It was heavenly, J played in the National Pool Tournament in Las Vegas and my amazing parents watched our kiddos. They took them to movies, the girls had a spa day with my mom and sisters, the kids went swimming in my parents pool every minute of every day! It was a success! We got to visit with family and then we went to Las Vegas with just the two of us, it was great to reconnect. Much needed in any marriage. We came back to real life feeling ready to conquer life full force! <br />
J will be busy over the next few months so I will find myself on single parent duty but I am ready, I feel prepared! <br />
With that I will say good night to everyone. I will include a few pictures from the past few months and I would love if you pass along my blog to others, comment and support are amazing!<br />
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I am glad to be back gang!<br />
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Yet why do I feel something is missing?<br />
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I need/want/crave a hobby, something I can pour myself into that is just for me. Sure any of the above activities I could pour myself into but I find I need something...What could it be? Since my surgery at the end of February I have been on restricted everything, I hope today those restrictions are lifted because I need to get back into shape. I need to exercise, I need to strive for that goal I have set for myself. I guess the changing of yet another job has had me blessed on one hand and rattled on the other hand. I am learning the coffee/barista life again but thankfully this store is family owned, they encourage family and my co-workers all are a big family. A family I hope to be part of, I think God is putting me in these situations to prepare me for-something. <br />
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As a real grown up adult who is about to be 35 in a few weeks, I was hoping by now I would have a career? But honestly I feel my career is service(barista) and motherhood. I know that someday those things will change but for now I think that is what my career is. So I will embrace it, become more patient with my family, more patient with myself, speak more kind, love more. <br />
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Ours was quiet, as the kids get older we are making our own memories, our favorite one is to "plant" jelly beans the night before and in the morning lolly pops grow in their place! Also we eat the carrots and right them a note saying thank you for the snack and for being good kids! I grew up in a household where my parents did Easter baskets for us until I was a teenager, and even wrote from Santa on our gifts well into my 20's. It is just nice, fun memories that I like to hold onto or make with my own children. Our kids had an Easter party at school on Friday, then a festival on base Saturday, and finally today...Too much sweets! We did get them backpacks, not baskets and had a few things in them but we scaled way back this year. Seriously how much does one child, or three need!? We had plans of church this morning but last night when Kellan threw up candy and punch galore I knew we would be home. That is ok-God knows my heart I believe and knows that I would have loved to attend but sometimes you just need to be home. We spent our afternoon outside doing yard work, and playing outside, and just taking it all in before it gets to be 200 degrees outside. YIKES! We also went out to dinner, although again proved to be interesting as almost everything in town was closed so it was limited but fun none the less. <br />
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Back to the ole' furry bunny! I struggled with this, this year around. I was not sure I wanted to partake in the Easter "stuff" but seeing my children smiling and being happy? It all changed my views. A conversation with my sister in law got me thinking, we need to show our children more of LIFE and less of STUFF and I could not agree more. Since moving to New Mexico we have been focused on being a family and living in our moments, our moments are wonderful. I am holding onto my little kids because they still believe and hope and dream. It is ok to let them have that, but they also know that Jesus is the reason for the season(at least in our beliefs at home.) They love church, they love learning about the bible and they enjoy getting their treats, can't we as parents do both? Why yes we can, J and I just do not do much in excess, birthdays, Christmas, Easter, you name it-we keep it simple. Best way in my opinion. The treats and extras are that much more special, so I will hold on to our little traditions as long as they allow it and I will love every minute of their excitement, their joy, their happiness! <br />
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I think as with anything in this life we could talk this topic to death but it is simple, do what you feel is right for YOUR family, YOUR kids. Yes many of our holidays such as this derive from some sort of pagan ritual, etc. The history of these types of things is very interesting indeed, but I just want that happiness for my kids minus the extras. They will have a life time of stuff to overcome, I simply want to let them live in THEIR moment. I think all things in small amounts is ok, at the end of the day my little trio is happy-loved-excited for church this week-soccer this week-and had a great weekend! Being a parent is the most wonderful and challenging job a person can ever have the pleasure of doing isn't it? We always hope to do right by them, like my sister in law said and I agree...Travel, show them life, give them experiences they can hold onto. That is what matters. While yes we did do the bunny thing we also did the FAMILY thing and I think that is what they will remember most when they are older, that their parents did the best they could. <br />
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May you all have a blessed night.<br />
Much love from New Mexico.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-63442038938491449142015-04-01T21:19:00.000-05:002015-04-01T21:20:30.634-05:00Wednesday's words and a few pictures~Wednesday, always my favorite day-no not because of the almost to Friday deal but more so because it always seems to be a good day, people seem to have the Monday, and Tuesday funk off of them and are happy-ish (If that is a word!) on Wednesdays. I have been at my most recent job almost a week now, it is a beautiful fit, the people I work with are truly amazing people and the regulars that we get are kind and make me feel like I am getting a little self confidence back. You see in my last job it was frowned upon to smile, interact and basically act human. Do the job, make the money, leave-Repeat. Fun eh? Well this job is back to customer service in the coffee sense, I am home in that environment. My supervisor/AKA: partner in crime goes to my church, we have these wonderful conversations that do my heart well. It makes me feel like I am not so alone because at times just like any person I do. Between taking a pay cut (Yet again.) and moving Violet to part time school things are tight but I refuse to let this situation take my smile. I wake up promptly at 6am every morning, get the minions ready for school, get myself ready (Yahoo for jeans and t-shirts for work!) and out the door at 7-7:15. Getting back into my groove post surgery and although hot flashes and hormone changes I feel 100% better, truly no pain in 15 years. To say that statement makes me and my hormones want to cry! <3 br="">
Our weekend was filled with fun and catching up with some friends in Albuquerque, Our kids had a blast as did we. We ate some good food and took the kids to the zoo! I will post some pictures, the zoo is my favorite place, and this one was very nice! The kids liked it but were done about 45 minutes in, we trudged on! I was going to get my money's worth! Ha! All in all a blessed weekend.<br />
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One last thing that I feel I want to touch on, more for me. I am trying to rediscover what I LOVE, what MY hobbies are. It is tough, my work hours for now are 5 days a week 8am-1pm which gives me special time with V which I happy about. I think I might take my camera out for a test run soon. I love to read, and write in my journal for me. I love helping others and being involved in my church as much as I can. I know that God will put something on my heart, maybe for now my family/kids need to be my hobby. <br />
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<br /> <!--3--><br /></3>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-49767353103451152632015-03-25T21:12:00.001-05:002015-03-25T21:12:43.659-05:00A new chapter!Life is always throwing us curve balls and things that we must overcome, this entire last weekend I was quiet and sad and hurting in all honesty. We have moved a lot in the last few years, in 2011 we were in Colorado, then Florida and now New Mexico. With each move I have left a piece of our family, of myself at these places, that is the best way to explain it. I know military spouses will understand. Even active duty military members as we move, we lose friendships, lose things we find familiar, church homes. You name it. With that being said when I moved here I have been positive, and still am. I truly like it here, our home is beautiful, we have met and have friends in some awesome neighbors, and the kids LOVE LOVE LOVE their school. The twins will be ready for kindergarten this fall 2015, and Lady Violet is beyond her 4 years old. Depending how the summer goes she will either do Pre-K or go with her siblings and start a new journey-all together! <br />
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In November I got a job at a local hospital working in the patient finance department, it was my foot in the door. It was not my first choice but I was blessed to have a job! I met awesome co-workers, felt like I could fit in and find my niche'. Yes it was not always an ideal place to be but lets be honest, what work is always perfect? Then I found out I had to have a hysterectomy, I knew that day was coming but I was not prepared quite yet. My supervisor was "not happy" as she put it but it was not as if I was choosing this out of thin air. Fast forward to February 26th, I had surgery and was home just 2 days later. Here I am a month later and I feel 100% BETTER! After surgery some things happened within my work section with regard to my personal health information and sadly I made the choice to give my two week notice. I had found a better job, pay wise and overall the vibe was wonderful so I took that job. Well just one week after beginning they said it was time to part ways..?? WHAT? Yes, last Friday was a bad day. I did not do anything wrong, they simply said it was not a good fit. <br />
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So here I round back to why I have been sad in a sense...I need a job! All weekend I put in resume after resume and come Monday morning I had several emails, calls, etc. Reaching out for interviews! God is good, prayer and faith is what has gotten me through a lot these past several months. My faith is more grounded then I ever thought possible and for me that is wonderful. In his timing...So tomorrow I have an interview at my local coffee shop that I LOVE wayyy more than Starbuck's, then Friday I have an interview for an office manager position in a medical office in town. Things are looking up...Always. What I need to remember when I am tested to the limit or rather what feels like MY limit I need to just have faith and do my best. I hope that something comes through, I will continue to put my best foot forward and do my BEST. That is all we can do anyhow...Right? <br />
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I am blessed to have children that are amazing, doing well in soccer , doing well in school and a life that is finally settling down and into a routine. For this I am happy, and above all...BLESSED.I choose to look at things as a learning tool and a positive situation even if at first glance they may not seem so...I challenge you all to do the same my friends...<br />
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Love to you all-<br />
Sarah<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-22317903789062481992015-03-17T21:25:00.000-05:002015-03-17T21:25:33.379-05:00GRATEFUL.This post is simple, to be GRATEFUL. I spent my late teens and into all of my twenties in the military, the Air Force and it truly was the best experience of my life. It is a much different military now then the one I fell in love with all those years ago. With that being said I have seen a lot, done a lot, and made life long friends that are much more than that. They are my family, even though I might not see them often we know we are family. That is why when my dearest friend I have known nearly 13 years, told me her daughter was involved in a serious accident I was sick with worry. I have known this not so little daughter of hers since she was 2 or so and she is now an amazing teenager who has her mom's heart and spunk. They all are my family, and I have been worried about my family all day long. Between short messages from her, her hubby, and her sister I knew what was going on. All I could do all day was pray, stare at my phone and pray some more. I am happy to say that beautiful sweety is doing much better. God is good, plain and simple. <br />
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I bring you to this, I am GRATEFUL. I am grateful for my family, my dear friends, my children who are my world. I am thankful that God blesses those around me and that I see those blessings all of the time. Today I hugged my children a little bit harder, ok a lot harder. <br />
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Instead of getting upset about frivolous things, or what to wear remember the big picture. Life is precious. Surround yourself with those you love and cherish and remember to never take anything for granted. I was taught a lesson in this situation, and now my friends sweety is doing ok! Praise God.<br />
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GRATEFUL. BE GRATEFUL ALWAYS.<br />
Keeping it short gang.<br />
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Love to all.<br />
SAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-63757303585138106432015-03-08T21:15:00.000-05:002015-03-08T21:15:03.537-05:00A little of this and of that~Greetings from Daylight savings land-meaning my kids got up at 3am and have been OHHH so fun all day! Haha! We had a nice weekend, I am still on the mend of course and have to take it easy and not do laundry or clean my ever increasingly dirty house! I am learning to not get ruffled about it which is saying ALOT for me. Hello OCD you are being a bit controlled! Jason has been such a huge help and my few dear friends checking in on me, you know who you are and I am so appreciative to have you in my life. I did get the clear to drive a bit, OUCH is all I can say but with time it will hurt less. With all of that being said I was totally shocked that this surgery has put me down for as long as it has. Everyone heals different and I was up walking and such the day after because I am stubborn and hard headed and wanted to be out of the hospital and home with my family and in my own bed. I am blessed, I am healthy and I feel better already-in about 5 weeks I will feel that much better. Watch out world! This weekend I was able to watch my trio play their soccer game and I got a lot of great pictures! The kids are starting to love it, Scarlett still wants to be a ballerina though, Violet wants to be who knows what and Kellan wants to play football next I think! Here in New Mexico I am not sure what sports are played when because of the intense heat that will get here in no time! Can you say margaritas and watching sunsets from the patio? YES! My neighbor/friend and I are already planning our nights out of relaxing, good music, some good drinks and good conversation. It may not be Florida but this place has proved to be more of a blessing than I ever could have imagined-truly. The friends I have, the happiness my kids have, the amazing job J is doing at his job and me-some awesome things to come! Stay tuned!<br />
All in all I am simply happy to be feeling good again. I am blessed to have a strong support system. You know who you are, I love you all and thank you. I will continue to take it day by day! I will post some recent pictures of this and that because it is my blog-my rules!!! And In case you could not tell-my trio is my WORLD! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and have a beautiful Monday. Remember to smile, you never know who's morning/day you might brighten! <br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-20239005322701902082015-03-04T22:04:00.000-06:002015-03-04T22:04:12.983-06:00A catch up of sorts!It has been almost a month since I blogged! Yup life simply became priority and things like this and a few other things fell to the wayside. <br />
Life happens!<br />
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I have been getting myself used to my job, which never quite seems enough. This job has been interesting and I will simply leave it at that..... <br />
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Getting my health in order has been priority along with my family, husband, kiddos and I had a total hysterectomy on February 26th. I did not come to this major surgery decision lightly, I have literally been trying alternatives and researching for years. I did not want to maybe have surgical induced menopause and all the "fun" that comes with that. But after some routine tests came back with some abnormal results my Dr. and I had to make some plans and I had to make some decisions. For several weeks all of the questions, concerns, and general thinking kept me up more nights than I could count but I made the decision. Hysterectomy it was. Going in last week my Dr. said that if he got in there and saw what we thought would be there, Endometriosis, adhesions, scar tissue, fibroids, to name a few then he would have his work cut out for him. We went over the "what if's" before I went into surgery and I was as ready as a women can be for something like that. I woke up in recovery what felt minutes later but was hours, the surgery took somewhere around nearly 2 plus hours and essentially my insides where all covered in scar tissue, adhesions and as luck would have it, it was all adhered to my bladder wall so he basically had to carve everything out. Repair my bladder and I think he said 100 or so internal stitches perhaps more and 15 staples to close my belly. OUCH! Did I mention Holy crap-THE PAIN! People always have opinions and comments which I am now choosing to ignore for the most part. "Oh you should be pain free by now!" Or my friend was great after a few days, that's always my favorite. What I have learned is listen to YOUR own body and do what feels right for you. <br />
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Today is my 9 year anniversary and Jason wanted to get me out of the house so he took me to lunch at the BX on base, it was so nice to get out and enjoy the weather and feel the sun on my face in nearly a week. By the time I got home I was exhausted, I still cannot drive and am still slow moving, staples come out tomorrow! HECK YEAH! And I still have another week before my Dr. will even think of letting me back to work, thankfully my job is sedentary for the most part. I am positive about my decision, I am blessed for the support I have in my life and remember this-always listen to your heart on decisions like this. Always get second opinions and always research. <br />
Thank you all for listening to this rambling, some of it "might" be the Percocet talking. <br />
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Good night everyone.<br />
Blessings,<br />
SarahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-20085849606237147532015-02-10T21:53:00.000-06:002015-02-10T21:53:19.302-06:00Putting yourself back out there~As a woman who was always extrovert to the 100th power, to who I am now. An introvert-nervous to put myself out there, for fear of being hurt, for fear of losing a friend, fear in general. Now here is what I ask myself, how in the heck did I get to this point? I have always been proud of my Air Force career, it brought me so much joy, happiness, learning, and everything in between. I met friends who are life long friends, I met friends who are family, I loved, I lost, and I learned above all else. I moved more times than I can count in the last 16 years, I have seen so much, yet here I sit a bit lonely. My family is busy, my kids are about to go to bed, and it is that time of night where I have time to reflect, to ponder if you will. This woman who is on the brink of 35 is scared to make friends, scared to put myself out there. Why? Well for several years I let myself get into some habits and ways of life/thinking that I am not proud of and that I have worked damn hard to change. I am not perfect, and never will be BUT I can learn and I have. I pushed the ones I love most away, and yet here I sit wanting to call a friend, family member, reach out and cannot. <br />
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I do not make resolutions, I make goals if you will and this goal is simple. To be ME again. The person who is not afraid to laugh loud, who has the sense of humor of a 10 year old and that is ok! The person who loves to dance like "Elaine" on Seinfeld for the hell of it because it makes me laugh. To quote "Friends" episodes because every major life event can be trickled back to an episode! <br />
True stuff! <3 p=""><br />
This post is simple, I am putting myself out there.<br />
I have met some awesome co-workers. I am trying to re-build some friendships I let fall away when I was at my lowest point and finally I am enjoying being a mom/wife more. I look for the positive because life...is...too..short! Life is a blessing and I intend on making every day count. <br />
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How do you put yourself back out there? Meet friends? Trust others again? <br />
Thanks to all who read...<br />
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Namaste my friends. <br />
~S</3>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-63395274875476569022015-02-03T23:03:00.003-06:002015-02-03T23:03:30.652-06:00Tuesday talks, thoughts..I love talking to my sister, she is a sophomore at UCLA and part of a sorority, I seriously could NOT be prouder! She is living it, she is working her butt off and doing it well. She inspires me, which I am sure she has no idea but she does. You see I was a teenager when H ca<br />
me into this world, and she was my real life baby doll that I took with me EVERYWHERE! At just a few months old she was my best friend and still is. We fight like crazy at times, and we fight exactly...Alike...because we are EXACTLY ALIKE. I look at pictures of her and she is just beautiful, her smile lights up a room and she is hilarious. Our family is hilarious but she has this specific sense of humor that only our family and close friends really get. Tonight we got to talk for over an hour, we caught up and it was nice-minus the few snippy comments toward one another-We are the original Gilmore girls after all!! This week-wait it is only Tuesday-I signed the pre-operative paperwork to FINALLY have my total hysterectomy. After a decade plus of pain, near misses of cancer, scares, miscarriages, I am done. I have three happy, and healthy and BEAUTIFUL children. God has blessed me more times than I can count and it is time. Time for no more pain, no more frustration, NO MORE. My sister and I talked about how I was scared but she reminded me that I have been through so much, this is necessary for me, for my family. So on February 27th I will go in for surgery, be out of commission for a few weeks I would guess and start this new year feeling great-finally. I am still eating right, I have a strong exercise plan until surgery then after I will resume. <br />
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I work with wonderful people, people that have quickly become dear friends and people I hold close in my heart. We listen to each other when we are having one of those days, we hand a tissue over when a tear or two escapes and we are there. For each other. This is by far the most emotionally taxing job I have had in a very long time but on the flip side it is the most rewarding. I have met people that truly have helped bring me back to life-I miss my babies all day, everyday as I am working and am so excited the minute I pick them up. It is a tough transition indeed but one that was necessary and not one that I could avoid, the kids had to start their school life. I miss the babies, but I am lucky...They still LOVE their cuddles, their kisses and their parents. I know, I know I complain that it is taxing at times that they are always all over me but I would not want it any other way. What can I say other than -I AM BLESSED. <br />
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My sister quickly reminded me tonight that things are good, despite some things that have J and I a tad stressed-life is good sis, life is good(Per H!) So my friends I will go to bed with a full heart, a blessed life and hold on to that. For when I have down moments, I remember all the good! My plans for the next little bit is simple-enjoy more, complain less. YES I have about 25 pounds that I HATE, I will get rid of it with time, YES work is not perfect but I have found my bliss, my joy despite within the people I call my work family, and YES life itself is tough but I choose to focus on the GOOD. YES I am nervous as hell to have surgery but I have an army sized support system and then some.<br />
I bid you all a good night but I ask you this:<br />
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What do you do when you feel overwhelmed? Keep it in? Talk it out? Write it out? I am learning to be more spiritually, mentally, and physically healthy as well as positive(Glass half full kinda gal!)<br />
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Namaste my friends...Love to all...And to my sister-you are my best friend, my person, and I cannot wait to see you SOON! <br />
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~SAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-63197834644202939352015-01-31T22:09:00.001-06:002015-01-31T22:09:24.057-06:00Highs and lows-and everything in between-My week started off like any other week, with the best of intentions, plans for dinners, lunches, spending family time together, studying, and making time for ME. I started my week excited about making the decision to be my children's soccer coach. A few reasons why, #1 If I coach they play for FREE and 3 registrations at 75.00 a kiddo-well no question! Mama is going to dust of her soccer skills and coach! #2 I want to teach my children something, and spend more quality time with them. I will be honest, my job is not physically taxing so much as mentally taxing so sadly my husband and children get drained sarah/mommy when we get home. I am trying each day to get better at not being the zombie! Each day is a new day to make it better than the last! I have been attempting to re-enter the exercise world and it is slow but steady as well as eating better than I typically do because honestly I eat like crap at times- but don't we all? <br />
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Next is the part not many like to have open and out there for the world to know, to see. I have no problem in sharing that I have struggled with depression for as long as I can remember. Even as a little kid I remember feeling it yet being far too young to really understand what I was dealing with. My depression has gotten 100% better these past 8 months with dedication, honesty, openness, counseling, exercising and a few other things. I have good days and bad days-don't we all? We would not be human if we did not admit to those bad days coupled with the good. I have far more good now and that is a wonderful thing I can say with complete honesty. Depression can be something that takes over though, can make your thinking unclear, your focus not correct and you can be well...At rock bottom. I have been at rock bottom and literally clawed my way back up brick by brick. I am proud of that. I am not proud of what my depression, my poor me ways, and general lack of disregard for others has made me do though. Those are the things that will always be in my heart. I lost someone close to us this week, this person struggled with depression and other demons only they could express. The pain that they felt daily I could only imagine, they decided to end their life and that has put an ache on my heart that I have a hard time expressing. I have a hard time thinking about it because I have been there, planning my "exit" if you will and having no regard for others because sadly I was too focused on my hurt, my pain, my stuff. Thankfully I got help and was able to change for the better, but those actions will forever hurt my friends, my family, my husband, my kids, and myself. I am forever reminded of that dark time-and the only thing I can say is if you EVER feel that way reach out. Reach out to anyone, at any time, because I promise you-you will be welcomed with open arms and help and plans to get you back on the right path. <br />
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Do I feel 100% all the time? No, but does anyone ever really feel that way? Truly? This post is short and void of pictures and the like. It is filled with my feelings on this sad subject. I will forever miss this person that is gone from our lives, they made an impact on me and it will never be forgotten. I bid you all a good night. Hug those kids a little tighter, reach out to those friends and family members that perhaps you have been too "busy" for, etc. Time is not promised so take the here and the now and do something positive! Make a change. Welcome February with open arms and a new take on things.<br />
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Love to you all-<br />
blessings always.<br />
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~SAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-83645693968227651302015-01-29T13:07:00.003-06:002015-01-29T13:07:53.539-06:00Parental involvement-on a deeper level.I am a mommy to multiples plus one-<br />
My twins are 5 and my "baby" is 4. I essentially have triplets! I do everything in 3's, and I always have a little paparazzi hovering around me 24/7. I would be lying if I said it wasn't exhausting, they still want to be entertained by my husband and I and things of that nature. They are learning to play alone at times, but for the most part it has always been us 5. Our little family of 5! As a military family you learn to rely on each other, because more times than not we have lived away from family-17 years now we have been away from everyone we hold dear. With that being said we are stronger together and apart because we rely on US and no one else. That is important, and I would not trade it for the world-truly. It has taught me to be a strong mom, which brings me back to parental involvement. How involved are you all in your kids lives? School work checked? Making lunches? Going out for walks, to the zoo? Any sports activities? Ballet? I grew up playing soccer, doing ballet and I can say that my parents no matter what worked darn hard to pay for these activities and were at every event to watch me do my thing. Now that I have 3 kids of my own so close in age I realize ten-fold just how hard my parents really tried. They worked multiple jobs at a time to put food on the table and more to make sure we excelled at other things-other activities. What a huge Thank you I owe them-truly. I am now a working mommy, we are a working family-we live frugally and save when we can and have cut out a lot of extras to make sure our kids can benefit from things like soccer or ballet. Being new to this area, and the kids being new to being in preschool full time I wanted them to have something to look forward to outside of school. The girls wanted ballet and my son wanted baseball. Sadly we live in a small town, so things are limited and what they do have such as ballet is simply too expensive. I have been researching for weeks on what I could get them into that they would love. Soccer! I love, love soccer-I could coach and watch them learn new skills and be more involved. I have been feeling like a bit of a zombie as of late trying to get used to a lot of things and life things in general I will say. I found a soccer league and they will start in February! I am over the moon thrilled, I will be their coach and my trio will play soccer. Now S my girly girl was upset she could not wear her ballet shoes but I promised her girly hair bows so she was ok, my tom-boy girl V was thrilled, and my son K was so excited-he has been talking about it for days. I will be able to share in a new adventure with them, dust off my rusty soccer skills and coach 12 little ones! This is going to be an adventure-interesting-but most of all time well spent. My little's are my world and I have been wanting to do more, be more present if that makes any sense. I need to remember that they still WANT hugs, kisses, cuddles and being around me. That is a blessing, and something I need to cherish, even when I am exhausted, cranky, cleaning the house, folding Mt. Laundry...Being a mommy never stops, and that is ok! I am blessed beyond measure-God gave me 3 little people who are my best friends, my pals, and my all around blessings.<br />
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Love to all-and hug your little ones extra tight. They are blessings!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-43544533078729422062015-01-25T17:34:00.000-06:002015-01-25T17:34:25.040-06:00Faith in yourself, faith in others, faith in general. We all have faith, be it in your God of choice or anything along those lines-FAITH is a strong subject for anyone I am sure-For me it is something that I hold on to every minute of everyday-ALWAYS. Being in yet a new city, a new Air Force base, a new job, a new church-NEW being the operative word here I find myself once again starting over. As any military person can attest, this can be exciting, freeing, as well as lonely, frustrating and down right exhausting. This move was not "wanted", we left Florida after being separated from J for a year while he went to Korea without us then we were given a list to choose and we chose Florida. Florida was a welcome reprieve after nearly ten years of Colorado winters and weather to go along with that. Florida was fun, interesting and difficult all in many ways. I was never able to get a good job, I worked at Starbucks that was fun and fast paced which I love but really did mourn the loss of a "career" which I had in Colorado. about 15 months into being in Florida we were told J was re-trained after nearly 15 years in the same job and we would be coming to New Mexico after his training. So we packed up in August of 2014 and the kids and I went and spent the summer with my mother in law in West Virginia-it was fun, a new place to explore and I had time to work on ME which is limited with 3 kiddos that are literally underfoot-All-the-time. <br />
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New Mexico became home November 1st and thus began a new journey! When in the military and living like a gypsy you have to have faith, laugh and smile when things get down right stressful and take it second by second. Rounding back to the church message today, it was interesting in that the guest speaker spoke on faith in your self as well as keeping the body healthy and be faithful that you can accomplish that as well. As of late I have felt extremely out of shape, today when I went into my closet that houses all the clothing that does not fit I felt near tears when I could not even get my jeans past my knees. Yup I was that women today, having to wear the jeans that I wore after having 3 kids in two years-AKA: my fat lady jeans. I knew right then and there that my lack of energy, not fitting into much of anything, eating poorly, and generally treating my body like crap had come to a head. I left the house with the kids in tow knowing that today would begin my putting some sort of plan into place. Something must give here-truly. After church I took the kids to the park so J could study, enjoyed the sunshine and finally came home. All the while thinking what could I do to start myself back on this journey of losing weight, and keeping it off as well as being HEALTHY more than anything. <br />
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I came home got the kids settled for a few minutes and I measured all the areas of my body so that I could look back later and see my progress. The measurements brought tears to my eyes, but I finished the task and then logged on the my teambeachbody.com website. Put in my information and now I am off and running with this. I will start my PIYO either tonight after the kids go to bed or in the morning at the o' dark thirty hour of 5am and do my workout then, it is only 30 minutes-I CAN DO THIS. I am also trying to plan snacks and lunch for the next several days since the trio and I leave the house at 7am during the week and do not return until about 545pm. Long days all around! I will be incorporating my shakeology into my day1-2 times a day and eat snacks and a healthy dinner in between. I have a lot of the product so I plan to use it up and try something else as the taste does not jive BUT I do like the workouts and so I will stay on board for those, as well as the feedback I get from others that are feeling less than stellar. <br />
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Always have faith in yourself, in the fact that you can do anything. Even if you find yourself not feeling great, start anew and never give up. I gave up, got lazy, life happens as it does for all of us. I am unhealthy, I am extremely overweight for my body type/frame/size, and I eat like crap which in turn has hurt my stomach coupled with all of my stomach issues I have lived with for 32 years or so now. Overhaul must happen and it starts today. <br />
I have faith-will hold on to that faith and report back periodically as I continue this journey. <br />
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Have a great night all-<br />
Namaste~<br />
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~SAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-62520469658117372802015-01-23T16:40:00.002-06:002015-01-23T16:40:31.324-06:00For fun! <br />
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 names that people call me:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
1. Mommy
2. Sissy (Family)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">3.Globby-Thanks Jason! </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">
4. Sarah </span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 jobs that I’ve had:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">1. Baskin Robbins-I could scoop ice cream with the best of them! </span></div>
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3.Airman-my most favorite time of my life! And the best decision I ever made.
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4. Currently-Patient Financial services. It is a new adventure indeed!</span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 movies I've watched more than once:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">1. Frozen-Thanks to my kids! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">2. Hello Dolly-a wonderful memory with my grammy! </span></div>
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3. Pretty Woman-I will second this with my friend. Love it!!!</span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 books I recommend:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">1. Pride and Prejudice</span><br />
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2.The Velveteen Rabbit </span></div>
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3. A Separate Peace</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4. Mindfullness and mediation for every day life. </span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 places I’ve lived:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">1. Victorville, California</span><br />
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2.Illinois</span></div>
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3. Colorado.
4. Florida, New Mexico-SOOOO many places due to the Air Force moving me!</span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 places I’ve been:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
1. Puerto Vallarta, Mexico</span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">2. South Carolina on my honeymoon! <br />
3. Washington State<br />
4. Korea, and several places Oversees.</span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 places I’d rather be now:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
1. The beaches of Florida.<br />
2. California<br />
3. My couch cuddled with my littles and my hubby.<br />
4. On a vacation, any place will do! :)</span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 things I don’t eat:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
1. Lamb<br />
2. Soy beans-they hurt my stomach for some reason.<br />
3. Game-toooo sour for my taste.<br />
4. Otherwise I love everything else! </span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 of my favorite foods:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
1. Lobster<br />
2. Mexican food! OMG YUM!<br />
3. Sushi
4. Doritos-my downfall!</span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 TV shows I watch: </span></strong><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">1.Friends
2.The Following
3.Grey's Anatomy
4. How to get away with murder.</span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 things I’m looking forward to this year:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
1. Enjoying our new surroundings and trying camping again! </span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">3. A Disney California vacation this year! </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4. Working on me, being a better mom, friend, person.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">4 things I’m always saying:</span></strong><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
1. Seriously? No, no SERIOUSLY!?<br />
2. Hi everyone! </span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">3. Ahhh crap! <br />
4. "That's what she said"..Thank you "The Office" Best show and best saying ever!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">So now it's your turn!!!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">If you’re reading this, consider yourself tagged!</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-71533516922602798712015-01-22T21:30:00.000-06:002015-01-22T21:30:00.530-06:00ALERT-Real talk, no happy inspiration tonight. I am putting this disclaimer out there, this is not a happy, flowery, post tonight. Today started rough, I hit snooze right through my exercise time-YUP SNOOZED away. It goes off every 8.5 minutes and its a Christian song with beautiful lyrics that usually get me thinking the right way. This morning I felt "off", exhausted because our kids are in their own worlds that WE/I need to seriously put a STOP to ASAP! They go to bed late, wake up in horrible moods, crying, and screaming, then the whole drive to preschool it is them upset, me upset and that is how our days begin. Pretty suck-tastic right? So number one, bed time ON TIME for them. Next I need to stop eating like shit, I admit it-I eat crappy and at times I simply do not eat at all. Jason or myself will make dinner and I will sit there at times with an empty plate, NOT OK. Part of it is that I am always fearful of eating because of my past stomach problems that literally have me terrified most of my days. My new job has had my nervousness at an all time high, I want to do my best and our office is so busy-it literally makes my head spin at times and the amount of work they put on each of us! In my book we are rock stars! I usually run errands at lunch, read, and go to my zen place. Attempt to relax but usually nervous tummy sets in, why? I have no idea. <br />
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What I need to be doing is going back to my positive talk, my eating right which includes the kids as well, exercising in the mornings because at night I am done. These things will in turn help me get "right" because I feel so very off. I had a mommy fail tonight, reached out to my best friend who I admire more than there are words and she said it happens to us all. I am not a crappy mom, I am human and that I need to get the kids back on track-JOB ONE. Next work on me, how ever that I am able to do so. I need to figure that out-one thing I know for sure I will start tomorrow with a smile, no snooze on my alarm, I will work out, get ready for work, wake up my babes and make it a GREAT Friday.<br />
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A re-start. Do any of you ever feel that a re-start of any kind is necessary? What works for you? I am interested in others ways of parenting, getting things done, and tips! <br />
Thanks for listening....Tomorrow is a new day!<br />
Namaste-<br />
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Love to you all-<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-8708019994658175372015-01-18T19:02:00.000-06:002015-01-18T19:02:11.229-06:00A bucket list and a stroll down my memory lane~There are so many things I want to do in my lifetime-so many things I want to see, share with my kids/family, and life so busily gets in the way that at times you forget what YOU really want! Passions, accomplishments, things you might be proud of, lessons learned the hard way more times than not. The possibilities on this angle are endless. My dad ran the Los Angeles marathon last year with my brother (Spring 2014) and along with his bib number instead of his name it said "Bucket list". My parents have taught me that hard work and dedication do pay off, even if it is not in the timeframe that we would hope for. I remember as a young kiddo(1985?) my parents worked full time, we lived with my grandparents, in a teeny-tiny room-my parents slept on a pull out couch and my little brother and I slept on these tiny fold out couches. We lived there while my parents saved for a home, they worked a lot. I remember being with my grandparents a lot, I have so many fond memories. We did not have fancy anything, but the laughs that we had, the family gatherings, so much fun...In the summer if it was too hot to be inside we would lay a blanket on the front yard out side and hang out, my dad would at times drag us around on said blanket on the front yard. It was HILARIOUS! We had an absolute blast, I am sitting here smiling remembering what a funny memory because to most I am sure it sounds ridiculous but to us-IT.WAS.HEAVEN. Now as a thirty-something mom and wife I get it, I get what my parents were doing. They were doing the best for their family, we moved to our new home a year or so later and thus would begin a new journey. I look back and although we did not take fancy vacations, or have fancy clothing we were/are a close knit family who loves to laugh, and make the most of life. I hope to pass that on to my kids as they get older and we continue making our own memories. I want them to look back one day and say that they have fun memories of...and share that with their families. <br />
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A bucket list-do I have one? Yes I have been compiling ideas and thoughts, more so lately. <br />
1. To make a difference-I believe that my military time made a small difference. I am proud of that.<br />
2. Learn to take better pictures, not be a professional but simply learn to capture light better, so that I can put my pictures together for our family to look back on someday. <br />
3. To be a nurse. This dream might be happening soon, I am working on seeing if I can get into New Mexico state university and make this happen. Someday that will happen! <br />
4. To do more community service and to teach my children the value in it. <br />
5. To be a better person, more positive, more open.<br />
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Now to some these might not seem like Bucket list material but they are things that are close to my heart. I am happy with my life and how it has gone this far, I work hard, I have met some great co-workers that have become family as well. The move to New Mexico was not all excitement at first but now a few months later, I can say that I am blessed beyond words could explain. I have a good, solid job. I have a few awesome friends. The kids and I are part of a wonderful church and this coming Wednesday is my first night of the bible study. I will meet others that are trying to find their place, their happiness, their faith. <br />
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Honestly, My faith wavered this last year. And not in a positive way. I shut myself away from dear friends that were once my "people" in this life, I told lies, I was not a good person in my opinion and I was not proud of some of the things I did as well as some of the things that I encountered. I was resentful and unhappy, I was mad at Jason because I had to leave my Government job in Colorado to go to Florida and be a full time SAHM. My job was mommy and I felt that was not enough. Looking back with fresh eyes, a new outlook, a new life, and a positive disposition I was selfish-I wanted MORE. More of what? Who knows, more of everything-MORE. I do not like that word MORE, it seems our society is stuck on more of everything be it homes, vacations, bank accounts, you name it. This summer I decided I did not like who I was so I changed. I unplugged from a lot in my life and hit the restart button. I believe that we all hit those times in life, for me it was like hitting a cement wall at 75MPH. Now? I have a new home, a new city to explore, a new job I love, new people in my life, my marriage is much better and my babies are happy-but the key element is I AM HAPPY. I am truly recharged, I am ready to take on 2015! Perhaps that is another thing for my list, make 2015 great! <br />
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Perhaps this post was a bit all over the place but that is ok-it feels good to have my thoughts and feelings out there. I keep it real and true. <br />
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May you all have a beautiful night-bring on this new week! <br />
Namaste~<br />
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~SAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-3865154801703267712015-01-15T22:03:00.000-06:002015-01-15T22:03:29.269-06:00Mommy guilt~As I sit here after putting my kiddos to bed I am finally able to put these thoughts down. The kids are still "awake", I decided to have a bit of a strike on cleaning and laundry the last few days. Working/being gone from the home/awake for literally the entire day I find myself with zero energy once I am home. I do not have any energy to devote to exercise, playing with the kids much during the week or spending time with my husband. I have been a working mom for one month today, keeping on top of everything has been a huge juggle and we are still working on it. Every morning I wake up at 5am-get ready, then about 6am get the babies ready, then head out the door by 715am (screaming and pissed off kids who are tired and want to stay home!) I drive to preschool, about 25 minutes away all the while trying to get the group happy by jamming to Elton John or The Rolling Stones-we love the classics in this family! Typically the music gets me happy but the kids, not so much. I drop them off at school, then make the short ten minute drive to work, and start my day a little before 8am. That is when I literally hit the ground running for 8 straight hours. <br />
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The guilt portion has been creeping in, I will be honest in that the kids have had a tough transition through this new school, this move. This is their 4th move since 2012, so yes we all have had lots of change. Add in their stay at home mommy now working full time, it is different so I think they are simply acting out in certain areas/ways. With all of the normal day to day stress that has been moving into our lives I have been finding myself more happy when I drop my kiddos off at preschool because I know they will have so much fun. I find happiness in my new job, it is busy and crazy and I am learning so much I feel like my brain hurts but I am meeting new people and really feeling like I am a "ME" time again. I have been a mommy since 2008 when I started the journey with the twins and then the little surprise Violet. I have been putting me on the backburner since that time and up until now do I really feel it is ok to make the time for me. Tomorrow after work I am going for drinks with co-workers! It has been years since this has happened-I am so stoked! <br />
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Do other mothers/parents out there feel guilty that they enjoy the time apart, and away from their little ones? I hope that I am not a horrible mommy who really is finding it nice to have me time, to have a real conversation with my husband, to read a book for a bit, to go to my bible study. I think that it is vital to have hobbies, things that we enjoy. I am re-learning what I love-I love to read and am reading 2-3 books at a time. I love to clean the house when I am not exhausted! I am learning to love cooking healthy meals for my family, we actually enjoy eating at home over eating out. Overall-I am learning about ME again, the working mommy/wifey. I have 3 toddlers who are my world, my loves, but I find that having a life of my own with the other stuff is vital!<br />
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Tell me my fellow bloggers/parents...Is it ok to have a life outside being a parent? I am struggling finding that balance and I hope that as time moves on I can find a balance between mother/wife/working/woman. Any tips and feedback would be wonderful.<br />
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I am trying to build up my audience-support would be so great! <3 p="">Happy evening all-Be blessed-Namaste<br />
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~S</3>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-56146020879703079322015-01-12T22:11:00.001-06:002015-01-12T22:11:11.089-06:00Encouragement~ Doesn't a positive word, statement, something along those lines make or break someone's day? I have been back in the work force for a month this week. I am still getting my footing with being the working mommy again, waking up and getting kids ready and me ready. Out the door on time! YOWZA! I am starting to have it down to a science already, I am a perfectionist and that is the good part about this whole new adventure. I am working in the medical billing arena in case I have not mentioned that already, it is an area that I am extremely familiar with but it has been several years since I have worked it. I enjoy everything about Health Care, Health Care management, and a dream of someday being in a more clinical setting. We will see what happens as my mommy schedules change someday but for now I am happy with working in my current hospital and working my way up in the company. I will back track-encouragement is so vital! Be it in a marriage, a friendship, a job, in any arena encouragement is so important and can make or break a person. Literally-<br />
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Today was a day that I would rather not live over again, I watched my co-workers be sad and discouraged, some were teary eyed and basically worn down and it was only Monday. Sad. It will go back to a work meeting we had last week, it was an hour of what we do wrong, what we can work on and finally what we need to be like in our office daily. Not much communication, not so much for the interpersonal good mornings, good afternoons, and things of that nature. We all left the meeting feeling down right beat down and thankfully I left it at the office on Friday afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed my weekend with my family and had some much needed down time. I did not think that it would continue into Monday but sadly I was wrong. <br />
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I woke up this morning ready to have a wonderful week! The kids were so good and things were off to a good start. Things went down hill quickly. I was told I am doing a good job BUT need to step it up, I literally feel like my brain will explode but will do my best and step it up a notch or twenty! I am prepared!!! I will be positive, I will not give up, this job is a step in the right direction and I will do everything with a smile but it did not make it any less sad to see my co-workers sad. In my past experience of being a manager I always encouraged my people, I asked them to do things that I was not willing to do myself. While in the military setting I got down and filed records, I did the crappy work. And did it with a smile and ENCOURAGEMENT! Whether a person is in management or a worker bee-be kind, smile, and remember to treat others the way you want to be treated. Tomorrow is a new day and I will encourage my co-workers! I will hug them and help them and do whatever it takes because sometimes a smile is all that a person needs. I have met some amazing people at work and at my church, I am blessed. <br />
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At the end of the day I may have a bit of a heavy heart BUT I am ok. I will not lose my smile, I will always smile, I will always encourage and I will always spread love and kindness to those around me whether they deserve it or not. Be positive, Be kind, Be real. <br />
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How do others out there handle work negativity? Do you find it difficult to be positive in those types of situations? <br />
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Thanks for listening everyone.<br />
Love to all~<br />
SarahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03334384468940220240noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1328551174104712943.post-88093714700700324732015-01-10T21:53:00.001-06:002015-01-10T22:01:53.352-06:00No I cannot do it all... This week was a real eye opener, more so than most lately. I have been a stay at home mom since 2011, the end of. Financially it made sense as I had 2 toddlers (twins) and a one year old, I would literally be working to pay for daycare so my career took a back seat to my husbands and I chose to be a wifey, mommy, and student. It is the only life I have been used to until 3 weeks ago when I started working full time again! My degree is in Biology, as I thought that I would be a nurse one day, I also have 17 or so years of Health Care administration experience in the military world as well as the civilian world. I also have certifications in medical billing and coding, honestly I have used my degree in "Mommy" more. I fix cuts and scrapes, I cook meals for 3 beautiful children, I laugh and play and make crafts for these little people that I was blessed with. If I were to put all of this on my resume it would be about 15 pages long. <br />
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Back to this week, our kiddos have been in preschool for a month as we wanted to get them settled in for a week prior to my beginning work. This has been a huge change for me, for them, for Jason, for our family. Weekends are very sacred now more than they were before, our family time is more precious if that is possible and the little moments with our little family of 5 are priceless. Going into my new job I was aware that it would take creative juggling, and a lot of patience but this week it really hit hard. I cannot put my finger on why this week was so rough but man O' man it...was...brutal! The kids had a rough week, not listening well, not sleeping well, and generally just challenging us at every turn. My work is good, I have wonderful co-workers that I am blessed to know. These 12 people have come into my life and have become work family rather quickly and I think it is because when one works full time we spend more time with these people than we ever really think about. That is why it is vital to choose a job, a profession that makes you happy. I have also realized that it is NOT about the money that makes the career/job. Yes I would love to make 6 figures and give my family every possible thing I could but we live a frugal life and appreciate every little thing. I would much rather have it the simple way, love the simple pleasures than any other life. <br />
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This week showed me that NO I cannot do it all. I cannot keep my home in perfect shape, sparkling clean, laundry done, kids perfect and happy. A hot meal always on the table when we get home from work every evening. Nor can I keep things perfect, emotions run high and frustrations can set in. This week, mine set in. Simply put I was exhausted, even as I sit here I am exhausted. Our day today consisted of NOTHING, we laid around and watched TV, let the kids run around and do whatever they wanted. They ate junk food and had a blast. It was the recharge that we all needed, tomorrow is Sunday...The kids and I have began going to a wonderful church and we are always excited the night before. I find this place a blessing in so many ways, it has helped renew my faith in my beliefs and in myself. At times we need a little nudge, be it in many ways. <br />
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As I close I am reminded that yes I wear a super-mommy cape BUT I am human and cannot do it all! I love my kids, my husband, my family and I do my best. That makes me real-so I will happily wear my cape and love my family. <br />
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As parents and others alike out there, do you ever feel that you can do it all? That you can yet fall short and it is a tough feeling? I know I am not the only one out there! Blessings to my blogger family--until we meet again. <br />
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~S<br />
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