Busy, However Not Overwhelmed | A Wholesome Slice of Life
Yesterday was an amazing day. I drove to Charlotte to satisfy Julie and Lexi for espresso. We used to satisfy pretty repeatedly once I lived in NC however have relied on textual content and voice messages since I moved. Fortuitously a well-timed textual content thread made a espresso date come to fruition and it was so, so good for thus many causes.
To start with, it’s enjoyable to “speak store” with different OG bloggers. Running a blog has at all times been a novel enterprise however in in the present day’s world of influencers, social media, and 1,000,000 methods to earn a living on-line, it’s gotten much more uncommon. I’ve buddies with companies all alongside the web spectrum (promoting programs, digital merchandise, with 1,000,000 IG followers, and so forth) and all have very totally different communities, methods, and a few even have groups of individuals. Getting to speak with two different bloggers, who’re additionally extremely plugged in mothers in the same section of life with related values, is so useful. We simply get one another.
And that’s why over time they’ve change into expensive buddies to me. Discovering girlfriends who help, uplift, cheer on, have empathy, and are actually simply enjoyable to brainstorm and chat with is such a present.
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The day prior, September 1, I had the chance to hang around with neighbor buddies to have a good time an important day. A few of you already know already proper? I imply, September 1…?
It’s HARRY POTTER DAY, the primary day again to lessons at Hogwarts and us Harry Potter nerds, ahem, fans, prefer to mark the event. My good friend does it so effectively with decorations, video games (this 12 months was a themed triwizard event with three duties/video games), and everybody contributed themed snacks. With ages 2 to 42 in attendance, it’s nice enjoyable for all concerned.
For the reason that wizard youngsters are formally again at Hogwarts and my two muggles are formally again to a co-op schedule, it appears like the autumn season is upon us (regardless of the 95 diploma sauna exterior). Nevertheless, inside my residence, fall has arrived. I adorned this week and the delicate change of texture and colours has began to make the mornings and evenings really feel cozy.
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At the moment, in between IEW, Saxon math, and backyard membership duties, I’ll even be meal planning for Labor Day. It’s my favourite weekend of the 12 months and Nana, Kris, Cara, Kyla and Lacey are coming to spend it with us. We plan to crank down the AC, put out a selection of snacks, and cheer on Kirby and the dawgs! Additionally, how about that LSU/Clemson recreation? Predictions? I feel Lane and LSU most likely have it within the bag however I’m hoping and cheering for a Dabo upset for my newly adopted hometown staff.
On the menu to date: smoked pork butt sandwiches with selfmade pickles, Kris’ Mexican layered dip, watermelon, pigs in a blanket with a spicy mustard, veggies and dip, burgers and grilled corn, and onion dip. Not , however trying ahead to all of it nonetheless.
Regardless of our full days, I’m actually doing my finest to start out savoring the ‘ber months now. They’re my absolute favourite. Kicking factor off with September, which incorporates Labor Day weekend, my Hailey lady turning 15 (how?!), faculty soccer with buddies, soccer video games to look at, and my birthday thrown in there, too. I’m a planner so it helps me to look forward and see what’s in retailer for the week, however then I maintain reminding myself to only stay within the day.
I’m most likely somewhat behind on my guidelines of admin duties. I’ve a cyst on my noggin I have to name and schedule to take away per my dermatologist. The ladies want haircut appointments. I have to drop off Finley’s “enterprise” for her common fecal analysis (ew). I’ve selfmade bone broth that I have to can in the present day. And I actually ought to work out what we’re sporting for household photos.
However I additionally acknowledge that feeling “caught up” on all the pieces is an phantasm. It’s not going to occur so I’m not going to let it stress me out. I’m simply going to bop alongside, checking off what I can and remembering that my foremost focus is to be a gift and joyful spouse, mother, and good friend. Maybe that progesterone I began taking per week in the past is certainly working or maybe it’s simply figuring out the ‘ber months are right here, however both approach, it’s good to really feel busy with out feeling overwhelmed.
Wishing you a similar! <3
