Into Order

Our attempts to create more order in our home are moving ahead. We’re tackling different corners of our home together, purging as much as we can, and organizing what’s left. A few nights ago we tackled the tea/food storage shelves in the kitchen. Gone: two teapots, two tea balls, some tea, lots of vitamins, one …

Free Evening

It’s my Friday – the start of my weekend. My husband usually picks up baby on Thursday nights to give me some personal time. It’s funny how little I look forward to what should be delightful! I’m dealing with part of my anxiety right now by pumping before I leave the office. Going too long …

Comparisons

Today was kind of about anti-acceptance. I hit the ground running, tackling emails as they came in and prepping for a big day at work. My afternoon meeting was cancelled so I was ready for a full-on productive day. And suddenly, mid-morning, I had an irresistable urge to compare myself to others. I just had …

Acceptance round 3 or 4

Almost 2 months ago I started drumming again. My old teacher was holding weekly jam sessions for advanced students on afro-cuban drumming. I love that stuff, so I went, and was completely invigorated. As time has gone by, I’ve continued to enjoy the evenings often, but also dread them a bit. Finding time to practice …

Small Tweaks

Changing a few small things can make a big difference. I stopped by an eye store on our walk today and had my glasses tightened. With baby’s snatch-ability (and possibly generally loose frames??), my glasses were falling off my face and the arms were floppy. Now they stay in place. Brilliant! I also bought a …