Often times all I need is about 24 hours to see the error of my ways, to regroup and remind myself there's no need to get overwhelmed. I always have my family and friends to help of which I have counted on this weekend (thanks).
While I was driving on the freeway this afternoon I wondered why in the world I allowed myself to post yesterday. First of all I didn't have time and second I had no business in my state...and then I rethought it. It's during those hours when I'm deep in it that I have no choice but to be completely honest and in turn it's those words that end up becoming some of my favorite post because there raw and real. Strangely enough I want to remember what it was like during these crazy times (hopefully to help combat it). Plus I find, and I wonder if it's like this for you, I find I often feel better once I've posted and received feedback. It's like you just need someone else to validate and then kick you in the pants...GO DO...LIVE...I am reminded.
So today amongst the things I needed to do I made sure I did something simple that would guarantee a laugh. It's snowed today and thank goodness by the afternoon the snow that accumulated melted away because I really wanted to get outside...and so we did, the girls and I ventured outside to swing. It felt good to have the wind in my hair, to feel light and free allowing the sunlight to warm me. The best part...it was an activity we could all do together. I need to make sure I get more quality time in with my girls. Nothing is more important to me than that and if I've learned one thing from Jill's blog this week it's a reminder that you never know what's on the horizon so make it great now.
Another reminder...LIVE!
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That picture of you is stunning! Wow.
And yes, the difference a day and venting and getting feedback make- I totally get that! Glad life feels more doable today.
I always feel like this after I write a venting or complaining-type post. I don't know if writing it made me feel better or if just the passage of a little time helped, but I end up feeling dumb that I wrote so hastily. But then again, I feel this way often and it's very accurate for my blog to reflect those feelings, so I guess it's just part of the process for me.
glad to see you're feeling better. i'm often surprised once i dig in as to how overwhelmed i can become. and yet i do...again and again and again.
great seeing you tonight.
I am so glad that you wrote that post, it's nice to look back at those moments and remember how human we are, and that we can come out of it.
It was so fun to see you last night! I am glad you are doing better, and I hope girls night re-energized you for the weekend ahead.
Great picture, love the light behind you.
great photo.
I say if just getting your thoughts out and getting a little feedback and distance helps you feel better, then you should do it whenever it is warranted! No worries. Glad things are looking up.
The title of this post is very accurate. I had to stop back in to see if you'd posted a follow-up to the last one. It's great that you can post your feelings and whatever's on your mind. It helps.
i love this photo
it is always good to look a t life again. :)
That's one of my favorite photos of you.
I often wish I had journaled some "dark times" for many reasons, one of them being that there is always a "day after," so to speak.
Amy, your blog is my favorite to read. You open yourself up so much, i feel like i know you. Thank you for sharing your artistic talents-- creative and photographic, as well as your love of life and determination. foreverfife.blogspot.com
thank you again. I just posted about you. Please feel free to take a look when you have a minute. foreverfife.blogspot.com
Hey,
I hope you survived your weekend. I'm looking forward to your post about Bella's baptism because I need some ideas! Seth's is coming soon and I got nothing:)
I've been missing you!
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