I'm sitting here with a swirling steamy coffee by my side. The geese are honking loudly overhead...flying North for some strange reason. The furnace is whirring white noise in the background. My computer overlooks the backyard and as I sit and conjure up my thoughts on the day, my view is rain soaked windows and naked trees whipping in the wind...evidence that winter is nippin' at our heels.
I loved reading through all of your comments about fun wintry things to do. You guys are brilliant and have given me some really great things to look forward to. I incorporated a few of them last night. It was extremely windy and that brings a drafty chill in our house, so I thought it was time to pull out the electric blanket:) It's dual controlled, so I can be all toasty warm and Honey can have his side all icy for his extra warm body. Why are men so hot?
This was my view this morning. Spittin' rain and snow...perfect day for a FIELD TRIP to the Arboretum. Oh goodness! I should be excited...this is fun right??
All I know is that being there means the world to my little chick and THAT means the world to me. So we sat and learned all about pumpkins and then we had lunch at school and literally ate as fast as we possibly could. Poor thing. It's like speed eating.
But somewhere during the day as I was bumping along on the school bus, eyes closed trying to tune out the loud boy in front of me, or maybe it was when I was shoveling food in as fast as possible I realized it's not about me. This day is for my sweet one. I'm here for her.
This is my life and the external conditions really don't matter at all...rain, sleet, snow, freezing cold, gloomy colorless days etc... they're not important. My focus IS and I'm just so grateful...so so grateful to be right here, right now... I love my life.
Have a blessed day.
Becky, you are such an inspiration to me. I know, everyone says that but I truly do turn to your blog every morning to brighten my day. Now, send me some of those socks!
ReplyDeletebeautifully said my friend
ReplyDeleteps--i can't imagine snow already!
our a.c. is still running. ugh
pss--you are an awesome mommy xo
I love this...
ReplyDeleteI'm grateful too for my life - right here, right now.
As I'm typing I hear my little two year old coming out of her room... talking away... waking up. Yeah, there goes my "quiet" morning... but I love it.
Have a beautiful day.
It's amazing to me that you are having rain and a little snow there while I'm here in 90 degree weather and humidity. {STILL}
ReplyDeleteCome on cooler weather...come on! You can do it..you can come to Florida!!!!
Your post reminded me that even though the weather here gets on my last nerve this time of year...I still have so much to be grateful for in my life....
crazy how weather affects us all, isn't it?
Being a mom of all boys... sometimes I wonder what mom's of GIRLS think when they're around us. :) Mine would be the loud boy on the bus with enough energy for 3 children.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to know how to make goulash! My grandmother use to make it when we were tiny but I can't remember much except that I really liked it.
Sounds like a great fall day! You have such sweet girls. I love the way you write too. --- Makes me feel like I can almost see it!
I can sooo relate
ReplyDeleteto this, Becky : ) !!!
Last year I was a
chaperone for our
field trip to Fort
Snelling ~ EXACT same
conditions....BUT,
it was for my little
guy and in the end,
we still laugh about
that day : ) Love
your cozy socks and
the view from your
studio is divine!
xx Suzanne
this is such a sweet post. and i love amos lee playing in the background too :)
ReplyDeleteBecky, I had that same revelation recently. My brain got so bogged down with things that I needed to do, and here I was on a field trip with my youngest. She had asked me to come...she had wanted ME, and I was thinking of what I had to do as soon as I got off the bus. Truly a wake up call...I need to be present in mind, body and soul with each of my kidnicks...time passes so quickly. Continued Blessings.
ReplyDeletewonderfully inspiring Becky...truly can relate to this post...it's not about 'you' but about others - kind of following in someone's example aren't you?? a Good someone :)
ReplyDeleteyou never make fun of anyone Becky....unless it is yourself...i really admire you for that...there are some women out there who are just mean!
glad to see that you're doing so well. Love those expensive socks for you! They're just soooo becky!
ReplyDeleteMy sweet Becky,
ReplyDeleteThis post touched me in a deep way as one mom to another. I am sitting here with tears in my eyes. Have I told you how much I love your blog? Have a wonderful day my sweet!
I always look forward to your heartfelt posts like this one...I always find something I need in them.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad for both of you that despite the rain, you had a great time...probably because those socks are great!
I have the same view today - all i see is winter around the corner....
Funny.....the song that is playing when I went to post a comment is 'Snow'. I like it. :) It sounds like we will finally be getting the first killing frost of the fall.
ReplyDeleteI have some of those same type of socks. I got them when I went skiing in Colorado a few years ago. No need to layer up socks with those. Just my fun pair of expensive socks, and I was set! :)
you made my heart smile!...now I'm off to frost the cupcakes for my baby-girl's class party...but with a smile in my heart...
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
Jill
I am so glad that your day turned into sunshine, despite all the rainy, icky windy weather we have been having! Field trips are fun, except for the bus rides...I forgot how much I do not like riding on buses! :)
ReplyDeleteI love it when our God gives us those revelations that make us better.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a great day. When I think of a gloomy day outside, it brings me great comfort to be inside, warm..where there is love.
I think it's hilarious (is that the right word?) you had the same exact thing happen under your kitchen sink. I have to clean it out today. Ugh and ick... :)
ohhh, those socks are adorable. I might need to add them to my birthday list! :) I'll consider that one good thing about a winter birthday!
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Love your realization about being there for your girl. I had a similar thing happen the other day when my daughter wanted to paint. I didn't have time. I really, really didn't... but we painted. And it was the best night either of us have had in a very long time!! :) Hope you're staying warm, Becky!
I love being grateful alongside the likes of you. :)
ReplyDeleteps- Dreamy socks.
you are awesome! Love you + your sweet, inspiring, honest blog!
ReplyDeleteI love this! :)
ReplyDeleteLove this post, you are a great Mommy and Little Chick is so blessed to have you! I love your stained glass window...so farmgirl! How are you doing on your newest products!!!???? Rainy days are great for honkering down and working on brightly colored jewels that will bring joy to others... ; ) Have a great day in your cozy socks!
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I spent a cold rainy day at the pumpkin patch Tuesday with my middle boy's kindergarten class and ended up pretty much blogging the same thing as you! It's so worth it to be there isn't it? :)
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're looking forward to winter a little bit now. I'm looking forward to some warm tea & blanket since it's bone-chilling windy here today too!
I LOVE your spirit:) It shines through all that spittin' rain.
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful, beautiful post. I love everything about it. I'm a little jealous of your wintery weather, and that view out of your window. It's NOT winter here in Texas, yet. I guess we always want something different, huh?!
ReplyDeleteYou had stopped by my blog a while back and left the sweetest comment upon a tragic death in our family, and I will always think of your sweet spirit. It's amazing how powerful words can be!
have a beautiful evening!
Well said, my friend, well said:)
ReplyDeleteI love your socks! I loved to go on field trip days with my kids, it always made them feel so special that their mom was there! Life is good! ;D
ReplyDeleteYou get it and I am glad! Another plus of cold I forgot to mention... You look FAB in a hat! CuTiE!!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE this post, dear:)
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post! You are inspiring! And I must get some of those socks!!
ReplyDeleteHave a great Friday!
Janet
I just want to let you know that you made me see the season differently.I did a post today.I hope you don't mind that I added you in it. You made me look at it differently in such a good way.It is interesting looking at locations and lifestyles of people in a better view by exchanging pics and stories of who they are.Thank you for opening my eyes.
ReplyDeleteKeep warm .... Chickie from chickievintagechic.blogspot.com
These are the days you remember why you love being a mom! So happy you got enjoy a day with your little chickie!
ReplyDeleteI know how you feel. Nothing more special than getting to spend some time, some one on one time, with your child.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you are keeping toasty warm even though it's so cold outside.
Happy Winter to you!
love love LOVE smartwools. i almost can't wear any other socks now! my feet are spoiled :)
ReplyDeleteTHEY are definately a good thing about winter!
glad you had a great day :)
Beautiful post! I myself love rainy dreary days. I'm in love with fall and winter!
ReplyDeleteI know you are going to rock this season in your fancy socks and being the best mommy!!! It's inspiring knowing blogland gets us all through the bumps we have!!
ReplyDeletexo,
LuLu
Oh, so sweet! Great job today!
ReplyDeleteOooh! Having goulash sounds wonderful. Putting on your new warm socks from your Mom sounds comforting and putting on your eletric blanket sounds like a great idea. I have to buy one too! Wayne is always hot and I am aways cold. Not sure why men get to be warmer then women. Maybe it has something to do with our hormones? I'm so glad that you had a good time with your little Chick today. :)
ReplyDeleteMary
I don't know about most men... but I know my man is like a BOILING pot. Last night, it was like I was sleeping next to a fire! Hilarious. He even lets me put my icy feet on his legs. Gotta love that.
ReplyDeleteMiss you, love you... life is crazy these days. HOpeing next week settles again. I need to breathe!
I think I need a pair of those socks! Those look great.
ReplyDeleteIt is so nice how you are embracing your life and taking time to focus on the little things that bring joy. Best wishes Becky :)
ReplyDeleteI think this post is one of my very most favorites! The rain is just pelting the roof right now & I am heading off to bed. I hope you have a wonderful day tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteMmmm...goulash!
: )
Julie M.
Lovely post Becky! I'm definitely not ready for the bitter cold winter yet! But it does sound so cozy and warm and inviting in your home :))
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend ~
:) T
What a beautiful post!
ReplyDeleteToday must be "discover amazing blogs" day because I got to find yours as well. I love everything about it. Coming from a small town in the midwest, this blog represents everything I love about growing up in the farmlands. Keep up the inspiring work :)
ReplyDeleteHm. Odd. I suddenly feel like getting married and having a kid! :D Happy days to you, Becky! xo
ReplyDeletewell said girlfriend! i love my life too!
ReplyDeleteweeeellll... I just stumbled upon your blog...and I LOVE it! This post was great! Great story...Life IS what we make it! Have a beautiful day!
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