First of all thank you to all your words of encouragement from my post earlier in the week. I appreciate the specific advice on things to do in San Antonio and how to handle the neighbor’s dog as well as the general commiserating about moving. I’m always amazed how much love and support I can...
*This post has it’s own soundtrack! Press play on the youtube video to listen to the song that inspired this post. Just for fun. One of my favorite songs is called So Many Ways, by the band The Mates of State. I can’t remember if I knew this song before I had kids, but...
I LOVE Mates of State! One of my favorites (I think) is called Nature and the Wreck…or something like that. I also think it's about kids…about holding them…maybe? "Lying down, I notice what you see…below us, your arms are like the trees…"
Anyway, I absolutely loved this post. I love the story about asking your husband to pull over so you could come. The Girls will appreciate that when the are older. 🙂
If I could share the perspective of someone who DOESN'T have kids…? My sister has a 9 month old and she says motherhood has made her more efficient. I just thought that was SO interesting. We don't have kids yet….it takes me WEEKS to make a skirt…because I KNOW I have the time. I see so many mothers tackle projects in 1/2 an hour that would take me days. I think it is easier to get off task "willingly" when you don't have kids. When you are a mom and you find you have the time to sew, you SEW because you've gotta get while the gettin's good! I think motherhood makes women BETTER versions of themselves. They're more efficient…more inspired…
Anyway, just a thought. Here's to hoping you find a minute or two of solace.ReplyCancel
Thanks so much for this. Really, I epically needed this today. So this was my first read and I will no doubt be back to this one a few more times today! Hope you're doing well. I have a friend in San Antonio who is pretty hip & I'll shoot him an email for some ideas for you all to find your groove. Cincinnati is decidedly less-cool now that your family has moved on.ReplyCancel
I just wanted to say that I have been following your blog for a few months and when I saw the TLC show "Born without arms" it made me think of your little one. It was seriously the most touching show I've seen in a loooong time. I tried to connect a link, but couldn't find a good one. Hope you get the chance to watch it and see all the great things that are possible:)ReplyCancel
I love this post. When I was struggling with two little ones under two years of age, a wise woman told me this…
The days are long, but the years are short. Enjoy them!
That was nine years ago and I am sitting all by myself in my home while my husband has taken our two boys out to explore the Utah wilderness. Boy, do I feel lonely without my family. I would have given anything to have all this "me" time nine, very short, years ago. The CS Lewis quote is perfect!ReplyCancel
I asked a friend recently how she finds time to do all that stuff she loves with 2 little kids (one's an infant), and she admitted that she doesn't often actually "find the time." Which made me feel better about the fact that I never could, either, with little little ones.
Now that my kids are older, it's nice that motherhood no longer feels like a choice between. It's coming together more and more. I love it.
I have been struggling with this ever since my daughter was born almost 2 years ago. Logically, I know I need to enjoy her as much as I can because she is growing up so fast, but emotionally, if I don't get time for myself, I feel like I'm drowning. Still trying to find a balance… Great song, btw!ReplyCancel
ha – told you i'd be back. thought i'd share the blog post i wrote about your blog post.
http://fourschneiders.blogspot.com/2011/07/more-on-nothing-and-everything.html
hope all is well in texas. btw – saw this and thought you might like "mid century mondays" http://minasdecorandfashion.blogspot.com/ReplyCancel
I LOVED this…just what I needed to hear/read at this time in my life! You put into words exactly the thoughts that float around in my brain day in and day out. THANK YOU for putting things into perspective for me. I also just watched this little neat video that helped me slow down and appreciate what I have.
http://lds.org/pages/moments?lang=eng&cid=facebook-shared
I need to stop stressing out and just play with my kids!ReplyCancel
So far San Antonio and I aren’t getting along too well. It’s a lot of little things like… –No storage space. I love these old houses but I always forget that people had like 5 outfits, 8 dishes and 1 pair of shoes. It takes twice as long to unpack if you have to...
Oh, I feel ya! Adjusting kinda stinks. I do have a helpful tip for the barking dog. Bring your darling kids with you and use them as an icebreaker. Sort of like, my cute kids wanted to meet your dog and find out why he barks all the time!
Honestly, though, when Eli was a couple months old we had an incessantly barking dog in the neighborhood and so I put the baby in the stroller and went over and told him that I got close to zero sleep as it was with a newborn so could he try to keep the dog quiet? Totally worked.ReplyCancel
I hate moving. i'm so sorry! Dog barking SUCKS…in fact, my friends told me to always specifically meet the neighbors before we move anywhere and specifically ask about the dog thing…we did that this time and it worked out.
As far as moving goes, I always just turn into a hermit for about 6 months. No, TJ's seriously blows. And the southern heat is something fierce. My son got super sick this last move (we moved 2 weeks ago) and then I got it…I think the sick stuff is par for the course.
Here's the thing though, (all my Chinese students used to tell me this when I would teach dance in LA) it sounds like you've had lots of "bad luck" or super difficult challenges lately…so you've used all your "bad luck" up and things will get WAY better soon. I don't know if it was the cultural differences, but I always believed them. 🙂ReplyCancel
Solution: come visit Houston. Okay, that maybe doesn't solve your problems with San Antone (that is how the locals say it), but you are always welcome to come visit Houston. (I don't comment a lot, but maybe you remember that I know Bracken.) I have three little kids and we are super fun. Okay, the dogs – everyone in Texas has barking dogs. They stink – do you have a home owner's association? Because you can call them and anonymously tell them about it and they will monitor the noise a bit and see if they need to say something. Good luck.
The heat – yeah, it is hot. Really, really hot. But winters are glorious. Glorious. So swim a lot and find your local library and maybe museum – because Texas has lots of free programs for families. Spend time inside and wait for October 🙂
I wish that Texas had: Trader Joe's, In-n-out, more frozen yogurt and decent bagel places. I hear you on this one. I miss TJ's.
The Alamo is fun. Check it out.
and really, if you want to come check out Houston, you are always welcome. We love visitors.ReplyCancel
I am soo sorry for the discouraging start! Keep your chin up, dear Miggy, because I am praying that things will start falling into place and that you will be encouraged. Anna is right about glorious winters–at least in many parts of Texas. Here in the Ft. Worth area our winters are very moderate and really cold days are few and far between for the most part. We don't get much snow, so it becomes a major woo hoo when we see it!
Who knows about that unfriendly neighbor. Maybe when you get to know another neighbor (or ask your landlords), you could ask kindly if he has something going on in his life that is making him not even want to wave back to you. Hmmm.
I do hope the barking dogs get better. Maybe in the meantime you could find a nice music station to keep on to help drown out the irritation. Maybe you could also ask the landlords about that.
I live in a small 1000-ish sq. ft. home built in the 50's, and we have had to be creative in some of our storage. Do you have any spots to put some armoire-type pieces of furniture? I am a big crafter, and several years back I bought some plain-looking white (maybe called melamine? not sure) storage cabinets from Target. They are a little under 5' tall, 24" across, and 12" deep. I got some batique fabric, tore it into squares, and applied it with Mod Podge. I then sealed the fabric with some glitter Mod Podge. These cabinets don't take up a ton of room, but they provided some perfect-sized space for storing craft supplies, and they look nice.
Honestly, in the summertime, I just pretty much do not "do" outdoors in the Ft. Worth area. I "melt" easily and just don't tolerate the heat well. I stay in the AC and depend on indoor things for entertainment. Take heart, though! The nice fall is just around the corner.
Sending prayers that your sweeties are well soon. Hope it is OK that this was so looooong. (Oops!)ReplyCancel
Check out the Riverwalk. It's my favorite part of San Antonio, and it's a bit cooler than the rest of the city in the evenings thanks to the water.
No TJs, but check out Central Market. It's closer to the worlds most awesome Whole Foods than to TJs, but it might hit the spot.
Tex-mex in general and freshly made tortillas in particular.
If you have the floor space anywhere in the kitchen, a free-standing Ikea or similar 12"-16" deep cabinet makes a much better pantry than trying to cram everything into kitchen cabinets.
Good luck unpacking! Just remember, the heat doesn't last forever.ReplyCancel
Oh no. Hang in there. Moving is always a beast-and now you've got two little ones to keep up with along with unpacking and getting settled in. And a hot summer can make your house feel like a prison at times! Sorry about your mixer:( So irritating. My dad always said "there is always a casualty during a move" and when we moved last summer (into my parents' basement with three young kids-agh!!!) our fridge had a big gash across the water dispenser on the front! I was so irritated but as time has gone on I try to look at it like a battle scar:) But a missing mixer sucks!
I like the idea of checking out the library (you'll meet other moms there) and a pool. It'll all happen and you'll make friends and have lots to do soon enough. Just takes time and that can be discouraging. Creepy neighbor may just need more waving to;) And stopping by with a plate of cookies (a kind that doesn't require a mixer to make:( to meet the neighbor with the barking dog could help.
Hang tight. I can't wait to see what you do with this house. Your exciting story of knocking on the door gives me such hope that we'll find a place to call home soon!ReplyCancel
I truly feel your pain! We just completed our 10th move, within 13 years of marriage. I know, it sounds like we're nuts, but that's just the way things have worked out. We've been in Texas for seven months and we're STILL trying to adjust!
I feel that unpacking is worse than packing, because it takes forever to make the house "work" the way I want. It's like a HUGE annoying game of Tetris! I think I've re-done several of our rooms a few times now! The worst part is, I know this ISN'T our final landing place. We are just renting, so it's really hard to get into the groove. Buying a house does wonders for my soul, and I can't wait until we can own a home again! (Well, technically we still DO own a home. It's just in another state! The problem with that home is that we can't sell it! Oh the "joys" of this economy.)
I understand the heat problem! My kids had track practice most of the summer: three times a week, right when the temps were at 100+ degrees! When I told people we were signing up for track club, they all looked at me like I was CRAZY. I didn't get it…but now I totally do! The heat is a BEAST! *Luckily for us, our new (and wonderful) LDS neighbors have a pool that they invite us to swim in!
Hang in there. I know moving is SO HARD. Give yourself at least six months to feel a little better. That always works for me 🙂ReplyCancel
I love the suggestions people are making about storage. We live in about 1100 square feet with NO pantry and NO linen closet. What were we thinking!?!?!?! The IKEA cabinets work like a charm. We have 2 sets in our dining room and will no doubt end up with more. I also did some shelves with a suspension rod/curtain in our laundry room to cover up all our "junk." Not a perfect fix, but it will do for now.
It sounds like you are getting some good suggestions about your neighbor, the dogs, and places to visit. I really think it will get better if you give it enough time. Hang in there! 🙂 Praying for you guys!ReplyCancel
So I'm a stranger reader! But as far as the barking dog goes…we have one of those things hanging in our tree that emits a high pitched unpleasant sound only dogs can hear. Every time the neighbor dogs bark, they hear this annoying sound and stop. And the best part…none of our neighbors know we have it so no uncomfortable conversations! It's at least a good thing to try! Good luck!ReplyCancel
I hear the River Walk is amazing, and best of all, free. WE are planning on passing through in March just to see it and the Alamo. When in need of a good chuckle, remember the scene in Pee Wee's Big Adventure when he sings "The stars are bright, and big at night, (clap clap clap) Deep in the Heart of Texas!" Cracks me up every time I pass through TX.ReplyCancel
Have you tried Sun Harvest Market? Comperable to TJ's. Also- Schlitterbahn (best water park!) is super close to you! Moving is hard… Moving with kids is even harder. I understand where you are coming from- we've only been in our house for 2 years and we are going to be uprooting and moving to Dallas soon.
Best wishes-
ShanaReplyCancel
Don't worry so much about the heat. Yes it is hot every summer, but this summer is particularly terrible. The fall, winter and spring are glorious. It makes that 3 months in the summer worth while. Until then do a lot in doors. Every where here has great air conditioning. Go swimming a lot. There are lot's of rivers and lakes that you can go float in (Guadalupe State Park is great for little ones and New Braunfels has the best river to go tubing on). Or make a day trip to the beach. The beaches here are wonderful. Port Aransas is closest. There is a group of Mom's that get together every week or so from different wards across the city. Later this week we are going to the Quadrangle on Fort Sam to feed deer (in the morning so it's not as hot) and then go out to lunch. If you aren't weirded out about meeting up with a random reader then we would love to have you and your girls come!
I hear you on Trader Joe's. Unfortunately I haven't found a good substitute. Central Market is great but it's more of a Whole Food's (which we have one of also).
I would really like to know more about this device you hang from trees to stop dogs barking. We have a couple annoying dogs in our neighborhood. I wonder where you buy one?ReplyCancel
This may crack you up, but whenever we travel (we have 3 little kids), I search grandparents.com website. It nearly always gives me free or cheap ideas that require very little exertion on my part:
http://www.grandparents.com/gp/events/sanantonio.html
Creepy neighbor will mellow, right before you move. :> I would just go talk to the neighbor about the dog, and use the baby as a reason. Good luck!ReplyCancel
Ditto on the Central Market. Take the girls on an afternoon, pick up something to drink in the Cafe and walk around, tasting the samples. yum. DONT go to Sea World or Fiesta Texas until at least the end of September. Not a place you want to be in the summer heat (I speak from experience, read my blog about that wonderful day). The San Antonio Zoo is great. Free parking, great annual pass and it opens at 7:30 so you can get in and out before it reaches 100 degrees. Take their bathing suits, there is a splash area. Go to the outlets in San Marcos. 45 minute drive and lots of shops. Also in San Marcos are those caves and stuff. Nice. Cool. Caves. I'm driving down again this weekend to take my daughter and the baby to the beach and the aquarium in Corpus Christi. I'll let you know how that goes.
As for the dog, check city ordinances, make note of when it happens and call it in. People should be held accountable for their noisy critters. It's not like the hammer is gonna come down the first time. They will get a friendly warning and the source will be anonymous.
@Linda P. I'm in FTW, too. Hi!ReplyCancel
I just moved last week so I really do feel your pain. I have two young boys and I am doing my best to put on a brave face for them. I am sorry to hear about your kitchenaid being stolen but I may have good news for you. I have a red kitchenaid that I really don't want. I don't bake much and when I do I prefer my hand mixer. The only drag is that I can't find the beaters for it! But if you want my kitchenaid without the beaters, I will be happy to mail it to you to free up some storage in my old house that lacks a pantry. Seriously, you can have it. (But I won't be offended if you don't want it.) You can email me at [email protected] if you decide you do want it. It's the least I can do for the great reading you provide me on a weekly basis.
Oh, girl… I'm so sorry! (Long time reader, first time commenter!) It's kind of funny to think that just as you are moving here and feeling out of place and away from home, I live in Dallas and think of how I would feel if I had to pack, and leave, and move… and I just wish I could give you a hug and a glass of sweet tea 🙂
And yeah… it's not you. It's just that hot. You'll see a lot more families out at the park and walking around when fall hits. And hopefully all of those folks will be friendlier than your not-so-friendly neighbor. There's always gotta be one strange neighbor in the bunch, right?
And this infamous Trader Joe's you speak of… I'd so love to actually see the inside of one of those after hearing how much everyone loves it.ReplyCancel
Be sur to go to the River Walk and have dinner some weekend evening. The food is too good.
As for moving . . . I moved from Berkeley, CA to Seattle, WA 10 years ago and I still miss Berkely every day. Moving is not a fun time in life for me. Take it day-by-day. Talk tothe nighbor and let him/her know you have an infant and the barking is keping her awake and throwing her completely off schedule. It's simple and harmless and jopefully the neighbor will be open to hearing what you have to say.
Texans are notoriously nice. I am surprised the neighbor will not wave back at you. Such a simple jesture, a wave.
A drive to Austin would be fun. I LOVE Austin. You will too.
5 years ago we bought a house built in the late 1800's. Charming and craftman style. Never again will I buy an old house. No closests, no storage space, and the kitchen was the worst, and I LOVE to cook. We sold it and moved into a rental to make some decisions. We are now looking for a home to buy and what do we both fall in love with? A beautiful huge home built in 1914. The good news is that the interior has been completely remodeled and it is beautiful. The kitchen is a chef's dream space. We are taking our time and still looking at other homes too,
Peace be with you Miggy. This time of moving strife will pass.ReplyCancel
For all the barking dogs in your life that you just can't stand anymore! 🙂
http://www.petsmart.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2751312&lmdn=Training+%26amp%3B+Behavior+Control
A bit pricey, but saves you from one (or more!) uncomfortable conversations.ReplyCancel
We stayed in San Antonio for a few days while my husband was TDY there. My girls (almost 6, 5, and 3) and I enjoyed the Witte Museum, specifically their texas wildlife exhibit. The museum is on the smaller side, but I found that made it easier to navigate with the kids. And on a week day, besides one school group, we were practically the only people there, which was great. Ask for the military discount.
And I would second the advice to wait on Sea World until it gets cooler. We went in early May and the kids were miserable (way too hot!) Same thing with Sea World though, get your military discount, you can all get in for free!ReplyCancel
My friend Shelley, sent me a link to the blog Lay Baby Lay where my pillow (no.3) was featured in one of her nursery designs. Although I was unfamiliar with laybabylay before, a quick browse around this blog and you’re hooked! These nurseries are amazing. Joni, who writes Laybabylay has some amazing looks put together and all...
The highlight of the week: Getting wireless in our house. The lowlight: Our second load of stuff is still not here. I know when it comes down to it that’s a first world problem and not a real problem…but it bugs. Also, I feel like I have a lack of things to post or talk...
Hey friendy.. good for you for blogging the mundane. I've simply neglected the blog because of our new state of moving, no friends, and no where to go. ha! At least our microwave fits… but our washer and dryer smelled like mildew REAL bad… it was a scare! I think we've figured it out. love your way to the other heat center of the worldReplyCancel
I am only a relatively occasional blog reader, but I think this post rocks. (It entertained me, at least, which is more than most blog reading…) I too would love to see a photo.
I have only been to Texas once in my life; we were in San Antonio in March. My kids loved the Institute of Texan Cultures museum (I think that was the name). It was mucho interesting, with many cultures represented. (THere is a giant "Shalom Y'all" sign – we sent a photo to Jewish friends in NY…also, my kids thought the costumed tour guides were statues; it was hysterical to see them jump when the guides started to speak…)
I laughed so much, I cried! You are fantastic! Everything is bigger in Texas!
I went to college in San Antonio (UTHSC) and met my husband on the Riverwalk. It's a great place! Check out Seaworld, it's tons of fun for kids of all ages. I will be bringing my boys back there for Thanksgiving. They love it better than Seaworld San Diego.ReplyCancel
Howdy. The updates come slowly when you’re pilfering internet access from your neighbors, your house is in shambles and your husband had to report to work the day after we got here. Seriously? So here’s the quick rundown… –The rest of the road trip was fun. The girls did pretty well all things considered and...
Well, there's this one: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJEwrw4VElsReplyCancel
Giant… A cult classic in our house!
"My well came in Bic, it came in big!… I'm a rich one, I'm a rich boy now!".
"We had a little piece o' luck… About a million… A million dollars? A million a year?…no, a million dollars a munth!"
Doesn't get any better…. Liz Taylor, Rock Hudson, James Den… Love it!
Laurie–Yes! Classic…there's no basement in the Alamo!
GG–yes, I definitely think of Dana when I think of that movie.
Abbie–I LOVE Whip It! Just saw it a couple months ago and it definitely made me excited to the lone star state.
Shana, Natalie, Britty–I'm so glad other people remember that little gem as well as I do.
Ames and Christina–OK yes…I've heard that's a great show. Sounds like we need to stream Netflix.
Oh, just now seeing this post, and Laurie totally beat me to the Pee Wee's Big Adventure Texas reference. I cannot help myself. I love that movie in all its silly comedic greatness.
Argh on the leaving of some of your belongings in Ohio. Sorry about that!
Ah luv athinkin' o' y'all bein' a might bit closer to me here in the Foat Wuth area. Some day when the wind is a blowin' in yore direction, Ah'm agunna holler out "Howdy, Miggy!" with all the gumption Ah can muster, and Ah'm acountin' on y'all ahearin' me all the way from these here parts! A big Texas howdy-do welcome to youuuuuuu! : DReplyCancel
Here are some more movies that were filmed in Texas. I've seen all of them except the last one listed and thought they were good.
Tender Mercies (Robert Duvall)
Tin Cup (Kevin Coster, Cheech Marin)
Places in the Heart (set in 1930s, tear-jerker, Sally Field)
Lone Star (M. McConaughey,Chris Cooper)
Barbarosa (has Willy Nelson in it)
Fandango (early Kevin Costner)
Last Picture Show
Welcome to San Antonio! I've been here 4 years and like it alot!ReplyCancel
The Office! One of my favorite quotes.
For some reason, despite all the cool things filmed in Texas I can only think of Pee Wee Herman's Big Adventure. Especially that song in it… "The stars at night, are big and bright…." you finish it. : )
Amen to Friday Night Lights. It will get you in the mood to live there for sure.ReplyCancel
Welcome to Texas, neighbor! I'll be in SA Thursday picking up my little Sack 'o Sugar and his momma. She has had trouble with every military move they've had (4). It ain't a move without a story! Favorite Texas movie, besides Giant, is Hope Floats. Love me some Sandra Bullock (now also your Texas neighbor just a few miles up the road).ReplyCancel
I love Austin (my inlaws live in Austin and SIL teaches at UT, so we are thereby UT fans when we are in TX, otherwise I am a CAL Bear or WSU Cougar or UW Husky.) I also love San Antonio and visit there 1x a year during SXSW, in March, where my sons band from NYC always performs, and they also do a show in San Antonio.
"No Country for Old Men"
"The Alamo"
"All the Pretty Horses"
"Terms of Endearment"
"From Dusk Til Dawn" (I know, this has violence and strong language:)
(my mom keeps calling out movies that are also about Mexico, but have some crossover into Texas, like "Like Water for Chocolate":)
and I also love "Giant":) If I think of any more, I will let you know! Love you and your fam! Good luck with the micotsunami!:)ReplyCancel
I’m not sure there are many things as enjoyable as having your house completely packed up in one day and knowing you didn’t pack a single box. Unfortunately truck loading day was a little less enjoyable. But we survived and let me reiterate, our house was completely packed and loaded onto a truck in 2...
I remember the days of family road trips and the games we girls played. Fun and fond memories.
When m own children were younger and we were driving to our summer cabin in NW Montana, we'd be driving through the Nevada dessert an my oldest son would ot roll his window up (we had the AC on) and finally I turned around to look at him and give him the "mom eye" to roll his window up and saw that he had his arm out the window with something in his had. When I asked what he was doing he relied that he had grapes in his hand and he was making raisins. It was so funny. I love taking trips with my children.
Safe travels to you. (We just returned from Austin and I love the weather there.)ReplyCancel
Cafe Du Monde, it's a classic french market cafe with the best donuts/coffee around. Plus, the street market is right next to there, so you can browse around.
Red Fish Grill has excellent seafood and desserts. No matter where you go, go with SEAFOOD and don't be scared to try some local alligator sausage!
Have a safe trip and stay cool (it's supposed to be really cooking today)ReplyCancel
New Orleans is great!! There is so much to see when you're down that way. How long will you all be there? If time allows, I highly recommend going on a swamp tour and also visiting some of the old plantation homes. Oak Alley and Houmas House are some of my favorites (these are a short drive outside of New Orleans).
Concerning food, I second Cafe Du Monde. You absolutely cannot visit New Orleans without eating beignets from there! If you get a hankering to visit a bakery, I suggest going to Gambino's and sampling some of their delicious goods. It is my opinion that they make the best king cake in the entire world. For actual restaurants, I can't recall where I used to love to go except for Ralph and Kacoo's and which is great seafoode but everything is fried so it just depends on what you're looking for!
My husband and I went on a walking tour of haunted locations. Really fascinating, but definitely not kid friendly. For the whole family the swamp tours are really fun. You get to feed marshmallows to alligators out in the wild and meet some of the good old boys. An evening stroll through the art district is lovely too.ReplyCancel
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Ooh, that's a good question. I think it's been different for me at different times of my life. At one point we had little stuff and a lot of room, but then when it started evening out, I started making different decisions about what to keep.
Now I have the idea that I only want to own things that are Precious to us. (As in: "My Precious.") Things that we value and use and love. We're still not quite there, but I find that if I approach it that way, I don't miss the stuff that we've purged.
I have already decided we are keeping our billion Byu shirts because I wish I had my parents'. Besides that…I don't know. We won't have to move for 9-24 months soo I'll decide then 🙂
In my mind I wish that everything in my house had it's own place instead of things being crammed into the dark corners of closets 🙂 When I'm trying to decide if I should get rid of something the first thing I look at is if there is a place for it. If there's not a place for it then it's a lot easier to get rid of stuff.
When in doubt, throw it out. That's what they say… It generally works for me.
As far as your post before this one is concerned: LOVE.
hi amy. just found found your blog through amy dover's blog (she linked to you in a recent post), and it's driving me crazy. i know our paths have crossed in the BYU days (i even recognize bracken) but i can't place you guys…i've been wracking my brain for an entire day and i'm still stuck on it. anyway, glad to have found you and your blog-it's a good one! hope you're having a great weekend.
You do have the most adorable little family! I come by your blog by way of Molly's and I just wanted to tell you I loved your comment on giving God a High Five! I would give him one for choosing You… for Lamp! She is a lucky baby girl! God Bless~
I believe that whatever level of loving something we have is probably the same level of love our children will have. For example, I am not one to carry around momentos from my childhood. (aside from pictures) My mom is the same way. So I have a medium sized box for each of my kids and I have put one thing in there from each year that means something to me. Baby blessing outfit, first real drawing, birthday card ect. And that is it for them…
However, when it comes to clothes and housewares, I tend to lean alittle bit on the hoarder side. Because you never know when you might need 324 baby jars encased with golden glitter for a fancy party. It might happen.