Whistle Stop Station

Well, I have survived day 2 of Landen going to daycare!! Sunday night I had a 15 minute cry and Monday morning a short sob.....but it is getting easier. Isaac went with me to get Landen settled into his new classroom on Monday morning. I'm so thankful for such an amazing husband. He has definitely held my hand and lead me through this tough transition. As we left his classroom, there was a brief moment where Landen looked at us with the "uh, where are y'all going" look...but it quickly passed. Here are a few pics of his 1st day at school.

In my classroom...bright and early at 7:00

Just checking it out...

At home, after my 1st day of school...

Only a 20 minute nap today...and still happy!

After much prayer, I am slowly rejecting the idea that I am not a failure for being a working mom. Oh, the lies I have believed and the burden that has made my heart heavy!

And for those of you looking for reading material, I found this book....The Myth of the Perfect Mother by Carla Barnhill. It has been interesting. The author addresses where some of the myths came from, a look at the real life of stay-at-home moms and working moms and also depression. She asks some hard questions...such as "What is the ideal picture that you are trying to live up to?" If nothing else, it has been thought provoking.

Encouragement

Scripture that was encouraging to my heart this morning.....

"Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be dependent on anybody." (1 Thessalonians 4:11-12)

I love this text! It encourages me to persevere in becoming a God-pleaser instead of a people-pleaser. This is a tough one for me. However, I am encouraged as I know I am not alone in this spiritual battle. "Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings." (1 Peter 5:9)

As I continue on my journey of self discovery....I have asked myself what is the purpose of my blog. I was hesitant about joining the blogging world; fearful that it would be a stumbling block for me. After all, it could be a great place for me to put on a facade that I have it all together....you know, like June Cleaver. I wear pearls, a dress and heels while I kiss my husband off to work. I have the house clean and dinner on the table every night before Isaac gets home. And Landen & I skip all day! HA!! Infact, that sounds somewhat like a nightmare!!

So, after much thought, for me, it is to connect with peeps that I do not get to chat with everyday and to share struggles as well as triumphs, all the while, the Lord getting all of the glory. For me, transparency is key as I am learning to embrace that it is okay if others know that I don't have it all together.

Tagged with Randomness

I was tagged by my friend, Angie!

The Rules:
1. Post the rules
2. List 8 random facts or habits about yourself.
3. If you are tagged, then you must Post the rules and list 8 random facts or habits about
yourself.
4. After you post, tag 8 people and let them know they must read your blog for the rules.

1. Thanks to Anne Lincoln, I have noticed and enjoyed the stars at night over my house. The perks of living in Sachse.
2. Since Landen was born I have gained a new hobby....singing and dancing in our living room! So fun and so free. Thanks to Kids Village, that is one area in my life where the Lord has stripped my pride.
3. I love baking and cooking, especially for others!
4. The first time I stepped foot on the Baylor campus was on graduation day. Side note...Baylor's nursing school is in Dallas. I missed out on the "Sic 'Em Bears claw chant!"
5. I was a cheerleader from 5th - 11th grade (minus 8th).
6. I like ketchup on chili frito pie! (Don't email me the caloric intake!)
7. My first job as an RN was at Children's Medical Center in the operating room.
8. I have always had a strong passion for children. More recently, a desire to share the love of Christ with them. For those of you looking for a place to serve at the Village and have a heart for the Next Generation, come check us out!! (No, I did not get paid for that plug)

Don't you miss those days of tag? Well, here's your chance to relive your childhood.....TAG, YOU'RE IT....Anne Lincoln, Andi, Erin, Amy, Kristi, Stephanie, Jennifer, Lauren!

The Belated Birthday

Happy Belated Birthday, Isaac!

Landen and I celebrated Isaac's 26th birthday this past Tuesday. We enjoyed a night at home filled with dinner, dessert, a movie and our son's artwork.

I'm not sure about this .....

Look at me, I'm a mess...

Admiring my art...

The finished masterpiece...