Besides the potty training I have obviously had a lot of my mind. Stuff that I just need to sort out and I apologize if I was too vague about it all yesterday, but there are still certain things that I need to keep just for me. I guess one would say, "then why bring it up at all". Well, I thought a lot about this today and what I came up with is this blog is a refection of the person I am...happy, sad, crazy, whatever it represents me. When I choose to post on SPT I didn't consider what I would write until I was writing it, so what came out of me was how I was feeling. I suppose I could hide it or fake my thoughts so as not to subject you all to my craziness, but then I feel like I'm cheating myself from an amazing experience and cheating all of you, my friends, from getting to know who I truly am. Emotional or not I hope my being real is what draws you to my blog as I am always truly inspired and grateful for the real I get to participate in everyday by reading your blogs.
With that said, I appreciate all your sweet words from yesterday. It's amazing what that does to lift a person up and how grateful I feel to have such an awesome support system. Today I feel good, just extremely exhausted due to potty training, seriously how could I forget how draining this is. I also want to thank Mindy for the yummy cadbury chocolate eggs (my easter fav)...what does it say about me that they are already gone? Carlo for the yummy Godiva dark chocolate bar...also gone and very delicious, and Amanda for the very cute homemade cards (post photo soon). Thank you ladies, they came at such a perfect time.
Oh and I couldn't end this post without leaving just one photo that makes me smile.
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This is why I love reading your blog Amy. You beautifully relay your feelings and by doing so validate my own.
I love this quote by Jenkins Jones. "Life is like an old-time rail journey-delays, sidetracks, smoke, dust, cinders, and jolts, interspersed only cocasionally by beautiful vistas and thrilling bursts of speed. The trick is to thank the Lord for letting you have the ride."
Like all your photos, this one makes me smile too! Beautiful girls!
Amy,
You're right, it's "real" that draws us in and makes us all feel a whole lot closer.
Did someone say "Chocolate Cadbury Eggs?" We are kindred spirits you and me Amy! In more ways than the fact we can down chocolate like no other, (and I seriously don't like it that much...weird I know. I just have to have it!)
I am happy to hear that things are going better than yesterday. I have days like that, where things are just TOO personal to share with the blogging community, even if they are our friends...sometimes they are very sacred things...I have this happen quite often. Still, I am hoping that you are well and praying for you to figure things out.
As far as potty training goes, oh I remember it all too well. I potty trained my SON at just under 2 1/2 years and it was a nightmare. I had a newborn and had to take him at a moments notice. I can't tell you how many times I had to help him go all while nursing. So funny. Times I don't miss, but laugh at looking back. I think I will be smarter with Miss Emms.
Hang in there! She seems like a smart cookie!
Oh dear, potty training is so exhausting. I wish I didn't have to go through that again (no time soon though). Good luck to you both!
Potty training is so smothering, you have to think and talk about it ALL day long for many days in a row. Good job at sticking it out. And for the last time, a milestone indeed!
I love your posts whether they are mysterious and vague or not. I am drawn for the 'real' factor, in fact I like it very much! The support here is amazing, I'm so glad it lifts you!
Oh, that pictures makes me smile, too. I agree entirely with Emily...it's the "real" that draws us in and keeps us coming and helps us relate and support one another.
You absolutely have to be real. Life is ups and downs. No need to hide or mask anything. I go through the same dilema but I tell myself " if I started this blog then I have to be true to myself" it's like a journal for me so if no one wants to read on the days I am complaining or ranting and raving about something, no problem. I don't mind. It's for me. Sometimes you have to get it out. I am happy that you are sharing all of it- who you are - no need to edit for our sake.
I love the picture. I can just feel the warmth your girls share for each other exuding from picture.
I can't imagine potty training. It's an experience I have yet to have and I am ok with that. It's not something I look forward to, even if it means no diapers. Diapers aren't so bad. :)
I share your "passion" for the cadbury eggs. I eat way too many this time of year.
I also understand keeping some things for yourself. You are a very real person and one I have enjoyed getting to know. Your blog is one of the first I check each day.
Yes, potty training is exhausting. It takes a lot of patience. I guess that is why I am not ready yet. Glad you are having a better day. We ALL have days like that. That picture is so sweet.
Love the photo!
Potty training took a lot out of me with my 1st but with my 2nd it was easier and now I'm sad that I have no more babies in diapers.(Sometimes!)
Fun to hear about your yummy Good Mail!
Amy, I hope you will never apologize for what you choose to share...if you're like me, blogging is mostly for you and a record of not only what goes on in your life but what goes on inside of YOU! We are just blessed as readers to get a glimpse into your soul, if just a tad.
Perfect picture.
I am potty training my little guy over here this week. I hope it sticks for both of ours. Very adorable photo.
Potty training will be the death of me. Lulu is in the process and it has been very successful and very frustrating at the same time. Hang in there- at least it means NO MORE DIAPERS!!!
I LOVE your ability to share what you want and not what you think people need.. it makes the blog more about YOU. I agree with Jordan- even just a little glimpse of Amy is still a beautiful and AMAZING thing and we are each lucky to experience it. It is funny, but I wish I were more like you- I think I share TOO much instead of keeping something for myself- even if it is unpleasant and messy.
so glad you feel that you can share even some of what you are going through. you will work through it in time. support is so important.
hang in there with the potty training. frustrating, yes. forever? no, though it can feel like it is some days, right? it too will pass, that is the great news!
glad you liked the godiva. yay!
the pic is very, very sweet. what a wonderful photo gallery you must have. i really envy that skill- i don't have it but i can appreciate it in others.
Your blog is for you, and you have to be 100% comfortable with what you write for all to read. I don't think you ever should have to apologize for that. Like so many, I appreciate the "real" of you.
I love that sweet picture of your girls. Definitely one to make you smile -- even through potty training.
Was very uplifted by your last three posts. Appreciate your personal words of wisdom. Your daughter playing the violin is a priceless picture. Thank you for your inspiration.
Yes, potty training is exhausting for sure. I like to potty train in the summer. Summer is the best time I think.
I wanted you to know that I think your blog and your pictures are so beautiful. You have such a wonderful talent. Have a wonderful day:)
Potty training is such a time commitment and so frustrating, but what a great reward when you're finished!
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