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May 2016 Moms
Charissadeats
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Life Lessons Learned in 2015
Charissadeats
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Seeing as this year is almost at an end, I've been thinking a lot about what this year has taught me. The most important things, for me, were the following:
1. Things happen when they are meant to - you can plan all you want, but life (and babies) waits for no man (or woman)
2. Sometimes it's okay to let go of certain relationships, even if it's family - if it's forced, it's most likely not worth it
3. Good friends will always be happy for your successes. Those who can't be happy for you, shouldn't be considered friends
4. Mistakes happen, and you can either cry about it or fix it
What did this year teach you?
1. Things happen when they are meant to - you can plan all you want, but life (and babies) waits for no man (or woman)
2. Sometimes it's okay to let go of certain relationships, even if it's family - if it's forced, it's most likely not worth it
3. Good friends will always be happy for your successes. Those who can't be happy for you, shouldn't be considered friends
4. Mistakes happen, and you can either cry about it or fix it
What did this year teach you?
Re: Life Lessons Learned in 2015
You never know when your time here is up. And something silly can be what ends your time here. Don't take it for granted. And tell all those people you love that you love them. Do it now. Later might be too late.
A few of the biggest things for me this year..
1.) Relationships are hard work. They are a two way street. You have to give and take. You have to be flexible and adapt to each others ways.. but in the end if you're both in it and wanting to make it work, that's all it takes. TEAMWORK & communication.
2.) Things happen for a reason... when they are meant to happen. Sometimes it's best to let God control the wheel.
3.) As for friends/family relationships... to touch on what's been said, sadly I realize that maybe I don't mean as much to someone as I thought I did.. when they can't be happy for you and even have a sense of jealousy or try distancing themselves from you because of something you are extremely happy about (pregnancy) then maybe that person is more toxic than good.
Here's to all of us bringing in the New Year as future mommas! xo
1) If it doesn't feel right, stop doing it. This is in regards to the teaching job I resigned from to stay home with my daughter and the work from home job I quit because the boss was a psychopath that had me in tears with panic attacks every day. I live with less now, but have never been happier.
2) Pursue new things.
3) I am meant to be a stay at home mom.
Before I tried to hide some of my quirks and analytical thoughts in fear that I'd scare people off. This year, with my H's push, I've been a more authentic me everyday. And for the most part people seem to like it. Appreciate it even. And those that don't... Don't. And losing them for being myself isn't as painful as I feared.
I'm so excited for next year!! H and I will get to really carve out a place for OUR family. We've been married for a year but we haven't been able to create our own traditions. Now with LO on the way I know she'll help us create our own picture of FAMILY.
DD: 05/14/16
2. Things happen and develop in their own time.
3. People will naturally/generally eat until they are full. If they are happy, healthy, and growing then things are fine. (In regards to what DH calls my "Italian mother anxiety" with DS's eating habits.)
4. Arguments get resolved a lot faster if you stop to think from the other person's perspective.
5. Ask for help when you need it; don't expect it to be offered.
6. Chicken nuggets are delicious...I hadn't eaten them in years until this pregnancy. Thanks, BMB
ETA: 7. Play! It's fun. Yesterday, we ran around the dining room table with planes and firetrucks then spun in circles and sang. Thank you, DS.
2. Money in the bank for emergencies is better than new 'stuff' any day of the week.
3. If you are giving to someone, GIVE. Do not expect something in return. And know that there is no better feeling that helping someone.
4. Play with your dogs. Honestly, there is no day that does not improve just by sitting with your dogs.
5. BE PRESENT. Do NOT look at your phone when you are with company - it is insulting to that person that their time isn't important.
6. Pursue your dreams - even if you can't dedicate your full day to it (yet), it is the daily habit that gets you closer to where you want to be.
7. Sweat - you will feel better when you love your body.
8. For those who are religious, remember that God is good ALL the time, even when life doesn't seem to be going our way.
I have learned:
1. Plans don't always go to plan. So make new ones, that are even better.
2. My husband is incredible and I should not take him for granted...ever. And marriage is hard work!
3. It's ok to do my own thing and not live by other people's rules. It'll make me happier in the long run
4. Always make time for fun and to be silly
5. Be grateful for something everyday. Even if it's just a new day. Someone else didn't get that opportunity
6. my pre pregnancy body was awesome and after baby is born I intend to love and appreciate it more than I did before!
May you all have an incredible 2016 with happy, healthy babies! It's going to be amazing!!
Been married since 2009.
Unicornuate Uterus (yes I menstruate glitter)
Several MCs
DD born 2013 (our miracle "you can't have babies" baby!)