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Vent Sesh – My Weekend

28 Aug
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So… this is just going to be a random babbling of comments, vents, and anything else that comes to mind while typing…

This weekend. What can I say about this weekend? It was a short-long weekend. You know those kind that at one moment is going so fast and then you are like why is it not bedtime yet?! Yea… those. I find myself trying to do so many things during the weekend. I always have a house to-do list, a me to-do list, and a function to-do list ready and waiting to be checked off and completed… Usually the only one that gets completed is the function one which includes places we have to go…

This weekend we had soccer, a girl scout party, a birthday party, and I had an event to attend Sunday. Well, lucky me, soccer and the girl scout party totally overlapped so I had to wish, pray, hell, sell a kidney in hopes that soccer would be cancelled. Thankfully, God and Mother Nature pulled through for me with some very nasty storms and rain which saved me from a complete meltdown over not being able to go to the girl scout party. Fist bump MN, I owe you one. I’ll go plant a tree once it’s not so hot! We’ve always been the “you made a commitment to a team” kind of peeps in our house so that’s what we said about not being able to skip soccer for the girl scout party…”Ella, I know you made a commitment to your Girl Scout troop BEFORE we signed up for soccer, but you made a commitment to this soccer team and there’s only 8 of you on the team and you not coming to a game would be letting your teammates down a bit.” I swear there should be a class in college called “Training for Kids and Adulting” because I have no idea how to justify Soccer over Girl Scouts or vice versa. It could tackle Team Commitments, Choices, Bedtime with Difficult Children, suggested reading for parenting, How to Sign Up For Kids Activities Online (because I swear it can be hard), How to Sneak Broccoli Into Everything, and other Adulting topics! I digress, BUT honestly, she made a commitment to BOTH so how do you decide? What do you do when you have to commitment things conflicting?! And there aren’t storms to cancel one or the other?!?! I was going to lose it if we had soccer so thank god we didn’t and I was spared that crazy crying sesh.

Soccer – Cancelled.
GS Party – Sky Zone.
*Mom did have a few minutes here to chat with other adults, while other little played with the iPhone. Judge me later. Or now, I don’t really care.
BDay Party – Neighborhood.

Fast Forward to husband coming home from work. Actually that happened while we were at Sky Zone. That morning I had done the dishes, picked up the living room, and obviously gotten the kids ready which included, even though it was cancelled, tracking down all soccer things because when you tell your kids to put things away, I swear they think you said “Please scatter your things around the house because I’d love to go on a Scavenger hunt later.” I also loaded my car with strollers, snacks, drinks, and children while it was pouring rain so my day has been a bit hectic thus far. Husband – I know you went to work and had to drive around town for about 5 hours… I get it, it’s hard. It’s hot, muggy, rainy… I get it, I do. You don’t have to tell me about it, because honestly I don’t care if you turned right onto Dean Rd. when you were supposed to turn left or if you had to do a 3 point turn at the end of a driveway because they didn’t have a turn around. I’m still working on my scavenger hunt because if the game weren’t cancelled, she would have been playing with one white sock and one blue and only one shin guard.

Also, when one child is gone after I’ve walked them to the birthday party since there was a break in the rain, and the other child is napping, this is the perfect time for you to rev up your household skills (small though they are) and help out. This is not the time to take a nap on the sofa. I know it’s the perfect rainy day and all kids are “occupied” so it does seem like the perfect time to lay and sleep and relax, but did you not see the poopy diaper that your little dog decided to pull out of the trash and trapse all over the loft? Or the dishes piling up in the sink? Oh wait, I did those when I got up this morning while I was making breakfast. What about the pile of laundry outside the laundry room? At least the towels?! No? What about the yard? It needs mowed. I guess I’ll give you a pass on this one… It’s raining so you can’t. What about the garage that’s insanely overrun with items you want to sell? What about toilets? They are getting kind of grimey… This is a task I know you can handle. Or your side of the bed? It looks like a college dorm! I mean, c’mon. At least throw the clothes on the bench at the end of the bed or in a basket… Most of your clothes seem to be washed at least 3x before you actually wear them or put them away.

But seriously, please just help. I’m tired too. I want to take a nap. I’m trying to better myself by eating healthier and working out, and honestly giving myself a few hours here and there AWAY from our kids! And you… But when I do these things, you give me guilt trips. Why do I get looks and comments when I want to go learn how to change a tire? Yes, I left you with two kids for three whole hours and I asked you to get groceries figured out. I didn’t really ask you to do anything else around the house because I knew it would be too much for you with having to keep track of 1 and 2 for that long. Then you order them and have the notifications sent to me WHILE I’m at my thing so I have to respond to the Shipt deliverer that we want non-generic tomato soup because I know you won’t eat it and any size of honey is ok! Grrr…. But the looks and the comments are really irritating… Moms have enough guilt, we don’t need more for wanting to go out with a group of friends for one drink? Or going to training to help lead your daughters girl scout troop? I literally watch our kids ALL THE TIME. I know that’s what I’m supposed to do as their parent, but you get all kinds of time off and they aren’t constantly saying “Daddy, Daddy, Daddy, Daddy, Daddy, Daddy” on and on and on….They are saying “Mommy” on repeat from the time they get up to the time their eyes finally can’t take it anymore! And I hate to say, from them, but it’s true! My one day off of the week, I get the girls… Your day off, we have a babysitter.

There are things I’d like to do that are not household related, but that do need some of my time. I’d like to be able to read before I go to bed…. But I don’t get to bed until 10 or 1030 because bedtime with our kids is painful. And when I finally get to bed and find you already laying there but there are things around the house to be done, makes me want to scream. I often think I’ll start a tally… A tally of the things I’ve done during the day… Things where I make no money, that exhaust my mind or body, that allow for something for you or the kids… If I did, I think you’d be surprised. Or maybe you wouldn’t and you just don’t care… That’s an issue that I’m not sure…

I often look around and think I just want to run away… I won’t, don’t worry. I’ll miss the kids. I’ll miss you. But even though I’d miss you guys, doesn’t mean that I couldn’t use some time away. My time away means less screaming, less stress, less anger towards you for all of the above. So hang up your damn phone, delete fortnight because you are not 12 and play with your kids and let me have a minute!

And sometimes, a vent sesh is necessary and this is how I get it all out…
Now to make this Tuesday awesome… I figured out my library membership includes HOOPLA digital and on there Girl Wash Your Face doesn’t have a 16 person wait list!  AND it’s read to me!  Hello Hoopla!

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When Ella came downstairs on Friday she asked wher When Ella came downstairs on Friday she asked where all the green was and why there were no leprechaun traps…Apparently she has St Patrick’s Day expectations. I blame myself. I’m usually more into it…
So about 11am I kicked it into gear and headed to @partycity for a little help!  Thankfully they had these green pots for $5 and grass for $1!  Plus, green candy and gold coins!  And Olive found the surprise at the end of the rainbow when she came home! 
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There’s still time to share St Paddy’s Day Ins There’s still time to share St Paddy’s Day Inspo so here i go and you can do it tomorrow or save it for next year!  Here’s a quick and easy St. Patrick’s Breakfast-scape as Olive called! 

Make your own green waffles and surround them with green fruit, your favorite waffle toppings, green m&ms and of course, lucky charms! 

Easily@recreatable!  Like I said, celebrate tomorrow or save for next year!  Happy St Patrick’s Day! 
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This week the plan was to share a few last minute This week the plan was to share a few last minute St. Paddy’s Day ideas for you!  But i’m coming to realize nothing I plan happens these days 🤣 So, with one day left and plenty of time to get to the store, here are three breakfast ideas that’ll make some magic for those little nuggets in your home! 

(1) Rainbow Donuts - Grab your favorite plain cake donuts, some white icing, and fruity pebbles. Cut the do the donuts in half, dip in the icing and go to town adding the fruity pebbles in rainbow style!  Your kids will love this one! (swipe for more)
(2) Golden Coin Donuts - Same(ish) thing. You’ll need a cake donut, chocolate icing, and  gold sprinkles. Dip into the icing, then the sprinkles and you have gold for your pots of gold!
(3) Clover Cinnamon rolls. 

Do you plan on making something special for tomorrow?!
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This is your reminder that a visit to @childrensmu This is your reminder that a visit to @childrensmuseum is always a good idea!  We recently visited @childrensmuseum with some cousins and, as usual, I saw things I’d never seen before!  Big crowd pleasers we’re the outfit design area of the #POPexhibit, retro video games on the top floor and if you visit now, you can visit the #minecraftexhibit! 
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#inspiringwomen #rebelgal #rebelgirls #raisestrongwomen #raisinggirls #momofdaughters #internationalwomensday
Happy International Women’s Day! You are strong Happy International Women’s Day!  You are strong. You are beautiful. You deserve great things!  Take a moment for yourself today - make a cup of tea, go for a walk, or if you are like me, watch for eagles out the back window! ✨ You are magical! ✨
@inspiringwomenfh 
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While I should really be sharing about styling for While I should really be sharing about styling for St. Patrick's Day, Spring, & Easter, instead I'm going to take a minute to brag on these little girls of ours...
 
We got the sweetest voicemail from Olive's teacher that was a total proud parent moment.  Her class has gotten a new little girl who doesn't speak any English and somehow Olive communicates just fine with her, makes sure she has someone to play with at recess and has basically taken the new little girl under her wing.  Her teacher was sending kudos to Olls for just "being the kindest kiddo" which is what we all want to hear about our kids, right?! She also thanked us for all we are doing to have made her that way and let's be honest, I have no clue what that is, but I'll take it! 

And Ella... Ella!  She's been rocking her “new” schedule.  In the last couple months, we've realized busier is better for her and so going from not much of anything to 3 busy nights a week, which one this week included lots of squats and major quad soreness, she's done with no complaints!  Minus for her sore quads... She's been taking on new activities and challenges with style and we are so proud of her for being so mature and committed! 

Ok, so proud momma moment over. I don’t do this often, but felt this one was worth a share!  And seriously... It's been a good week for them and I love watching them grow and take on whatever life throws at them.  Do you have any proud momma moments to share from this week?! 
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#justmykids #proudmommamoment #justbekind #mybeautifuldaughters #ellaandolive #changeisgoodforthesoul #kellermeyerchronicles #soproudofyou #loveyousomuch❤️
Happy Saturday! Do you ever feel like you’ve go Happy Saturday!  Do you ever feel like you’ve gotten to the end of the week and done nothing for yourself?! That’s me. This is basically every week anymore – clean, cook, get steps in, take care of kids, drive here, drive there, etc. 

Where does all the time go!? Seriously, before Covid, I would do 10,000 things AND take the girls to and fro non-stop AND drive home every weekend sometimes… basically I was doing sooo much more, maybe too much!  But now, I feel like I can’t keep up.  I can’t find a groove where I can still do all the things for my family AND myself.  Were we really doing too much?  It didn’t feel like it in the moment. Yes, there were exhausting days, but somehow, they were usually fulfilling.  Or maybe I’m dreaming?  Now, most days just feel like groundhog day. 

But at the beginning of the year I set goals and I’m still working towards them.  Health & Wellness goals, home goals, family goals and more.  I am working to keep my WHY in mind and find my daily inspiration. I just hope that I can find a groove where even if I don’t complete all the goals, at least I feel like I’ve made progress on them.  And I hope that throughout this super weird, busy, boring, what feels like an uneventful time in my life, I can find fulfillment in it and stay motivated. 

Working to stay inspired can be the hardest part!  So long post short, if you’ve read this far, I’m sorry I haven’t been sharing as much.  I’m working on it and things to share but finding time to sit down and actually give you something enjoyable has been the hardest part lately!  Stick along as I’m sure things will continue to be shared in an untimely fashion! 
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@inspiringwomenfh 
#inspired #neverenoughtime #selfcare #franciscanhealth #inspiringwomenfh #howdowedoit #canthaveitall #busydays #momlifeishard #justkeepgoing #findyourinspiration #rememberyourwhy
Taking in my Friday like yea! Lunch with friends, Taking in my Friday like yea!  Lunch with friends, etsy listings, sewing, and more - all with snow flurries outside!  What are you up to today?!
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#friyayvibes #fridayishere #enjoyyourday #youtime #weekendvibes✌️ #itscoldagain #indianaweather #iputmakeupon
How did you celebrate Valentine’s day?! I set up How did you celebrate Valentine’s day?! I set up a quick little Valentine’s Day table for the girls and a quick and sweet activity!  I grabbed some peach rings and gummie lifesavers for the girls to add to some strips of fabric I had laying around!  A pretty simple setup but a nice suprise for them! 

Other than that, cut felt hearts for the place settings, added small heart boxes under conversation hearts, and used vintage floral tea plates for the necklaces!  The runner was found at @homegoods and was the basis for the whole setup!
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#valentinesday2023 #valentinetable #valentinestablescape #kidstable #funforthekids #valentineactivities #candynecklace #sweethearts #conversationhearts #heartdecor #happyvalentinesday❤️ #loveyday
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🎉Happy Birthday Ells!🎉

Cake topper: @avalonsunshine 
Vintage Bag: Thrifted
Cookies: Me (not perfect, first try at cookies!)
Printables: Me
Cake: Meijer with my addition of chocolate covered donut holes 
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Taking time for ourselves can be REALLY HARD. The Taking time for ourselves can be REALLY HARD.  The other night I was ready to go upstairs and read my book…the one I’ve been working on forever… and noticed the basket(s) of laundry needing folded so I decided to do that instead of taking a moment for myself.  By the time I was done, I was so tired that I just went to bed.  So LAST night I decided not to skimp on the “me” time and knew I needed to get out of the house and enjoy some laughs with the neighborhood girls!  It was good for the soul!

I have a hard time doing things for myself.  I feel like I’m being selfish.  But it’s not selfish to take care of yourself!  It’s NECESSARY!  You can’t take care of others if you aren’t taking care of yourself. I’m really loving my weekly emails from @inspiringwomenfh and how they are a reminder that I need to take a moment for myself!  So do something for yourself today.  Take a walk around the block, unless you live in Indiana, I suggest you stay inside because the winds are CRAY!  Read a book on your lunch break, take a nap with your kids, or maybe even listen to a podcast or practice 10 min of mediation!

If you haven’t already, check out inspiringwomen.org for some awesome inspiration, motivation and great resources for overall health and wellness.  There are also some GREAT recipes!  The program is free and you will even get their bi-annual inspiring magazine!  It’s just the right amount of inspiration that your week could use! 
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#inspiringwomenfh #inspiringwomen #sponsored #takecareofyourself #taketimeforyou #franciscanhealth #inspirationforwomen #inspirationalwomen #itsnotselfish #dosomethingforyourself #taketimeforyou #findyourinspiration #yougotthismama
Packed up some fun things to make their way to @ch Packed up some fun things to make their way to @chicmercantile this week!  These fairies are soooo excited to make their way into new home and take on new adventures!  Fairies will be available soon in the @adoptafairyco etsy shop too! 
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I’ve been trying to produce Valentine’s Day co I’ve been trying to produce Valentine’s Day content for at 2 weeks! I made mood boards, gathered goodies, and can’t find the time to create.  Did I not used to sleep?!? 

Hopefully this week I’ll be able to get something out, but at least for now, I’ve got these decorations going 😆! Swipe to see why I get nothing done 😂🤷🏻‍♀️🤦‍♀️
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#valentinesdaydecor #momlifeunfiltered #valentinesdayiscoming #neverenoughtime #mantledecor #tryingmybest #sleepnomore
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Happy Friday! Did anyone else think this week fel Happy Friday!  Did anyone else think this week felt like the longest week ever?! 🙋🏻‍♀️ Hoping to pop back in via stories later but my friday is shaping up to include some Valentines prep along with cleaning and shipping some fairies out the door! 

What are you up to this Friday?! 
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#livingroominspiration #fridayplans #valentinesdecor #notaframe #welcometomylivingroom #happyfridayeveryone
Happiest 1️⃣1️⃣th birthday to this Sweet c Happiest 1️⃣1️⃣th birthday to this Sweet child of mine!  Love you to death Ella and I hope you don’t kill me for some of these pics since your last birthday!  It’s amazing how much you have changed and grown in just one year! 💕

Happy Birthday Ella! 
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When @abigailmackboutique was interested in collab When @abigailmackboutique was interested in collaborating, I knew this print was pretty much perfection in summing up my current life.  So… if you are still here hanging out or new here, welcome to the shitshow!  This piece will probably end up floating around my house, but I do feel like it’s 💯fitting for me.  And with my quirky design sense, I think it also works well in a bathroom but my hubs isn’t keen on that idea 🤣. The other gold foil print I love of #abigailmackdesigns is “Everything is Fine,” because let’s be honest, that’s also something that’s constantly going through my head over here!

I used to feel like weekends were a way to catch up on what you couldn’t get done during the week.  You know… like cleaning, prepping, watching Netflix etc.  Now though, as I get older and older, I’m learning that my weekends are really just an attempt at mentally preparing for all that will go wrong during the upcoming week and continually thinking “Welcome to my Shitshow.” LOL

Does anyone else feel like this?! Maybe this is why I have such high anxiety on Sunday nights…

Print #gifted by @abigailmackboutique 
Check out her other pieces here:
https://abigail-mack.myshopify.com/

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Do you like black rooms?! Bathroom things happen Do you like black rooms?! 

Bathroom things happened. I know I shared sneaks before, but I’m not timely ok?! You should know that by now!  So… even though some said don’t do it, I did it. 
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#blackrooms #paintitblack #moodyrooms #halfbath #designupdate #halfbathmakeover #builderupgrade #ilikeitlikethat #dontdoit #ididitanyway
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