Joys: 1) I already loved being a mom, but becoming a "new mom" again 15 years later has brought me so much joy. Partly because I'm older, wiser, and realize how quickly kids grow up so I'm trying to soak up every moment. Also partly due to the fact that we waited so long for this little guy (so long, in fact that we had given up on waiting).
2) Napa, CA. Growing up here I completely took it for granted and did not realize what a beautiful place it is. Unfortunately it took moving away to realize how much I love it. (Also unfortunate that the high cost of living there makes it very hard to move back!) I don't get to go home to visit often, but when I do, I truly feel like I am where I belong. Even Steve and Stephenie feel that way although they weren't raised there. There is also something about being in my parents home that just makes me feel so safe, and happy.
3) I know this sounds odd, but going to the gym makes me very happy. Since I had Alex it's been a struggle to go as often as I used to, but I'm trying to be better, and trying to get rid of this post pregnancy bulge (which does NOT bring me joy!)
Fears:
1) Having something bad happen to any of my family members.
2) Being broke. I don't need to be rich, I just need to feel secure.
3) I don't mean to sound sacreligious, but the thought of everything that will happen before the second coming scares the crap out of me! Hopefully I'll be dead and gone by then, but if so, there's a good chance it'll happen during my kids lifetimes, especially the direction this world is heading in these days, and that makes me afraid for them.
Goals: Overall, I just want to be a good enough mom so that my kids turn out happy, healthy and productive. Oh yeah, and to get rid of that aforementioned post pregnancy bulge!
Current Obsession: I love watching "Jon and Kate Plus 8". Steve can not stand that show because Kate can be such a biotch to poor Jon. But come on, if you were trying to run a household of two 7 year olds and six three year olds, you'd be a tad bit testy too. Kate is my idol!
**I would like to tag April, Rachelle and Jeannette**
2 comments:
You are SO gorgeous...I can't even tell you had another baby! Where's that bulge? I love this new little guy in your life. You can tell he makes everyone in your family so very very happy. Loved the post!
Thanks for the tag! I posted it today on my blog. Love your new background...you Cali girl!
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