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Over the last two and a half years my me time has

Over the last two and a half years my me time has been almost non existent! Up until last Friday I hadn’t spent a single night away from Xavier!

As mamas we hear it all the time, find time for self care, give yourself a break! But it’s not always that easy!
So when an opportunity came up to have a night stay ALONE, I didn’t walk, I ran!!

Y’all let me tell you, a night away felt like heaven on Earth!

I didn’t realize how fatigued I really was until I had a moment to rest!

So mamas, find time for some self care, be selfish for a day if you can, and enjoy some glorious YOU time!

I thought with Xay switching from 2 days a week to

I thought with Xay switching from 2 days a week to full-time daycare again, I’d have a tired, cranky toddler on my hands. But I’m surprised at how well he’s handling the shift!

The other morning while rushing to get him out the door, pushing him down the walkway, rushing to get him in the car, he stood beside the car, stopped and looked up! Annoyed, I said, “Xay, hurry up and get in” he responded, “I’𝘮 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘰 𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘧𝘶𝘭. “
My heart melted. Oh, this boy!
So I stopped and looked up with him, present in that moment, and noticed how beautiful the trees really are.

Sometimes our reminders to slow down and be present and grateful slap us in the face a little.

So here is Xavier’s reminder to stop, look up, and notice whatever lesson is being shown to you! 🌱

Stepping into this week inspired, renewed and read

Stepping into this week inspired, renewed and ready to get things done! I hope everyone had a good Easter Weekend!

Started my day by dropping Xay off at daycare for his first time back full time since last year March 💃🏾.
I have to admit, I think he’s better off being around other kids all day, and I’m excited to see how productive I can be without having a toddler home with me 5 days a week!

Can you believe we’re a quarter of the way through the year already!!!

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Every single day I am so grateful for the ability

Every single day I am so grateful for the ability to love him, learn from him, and grow with him.

This year hasn’t been easy for most of us, I’m sure! I have spent more time with this small human than I care to admit. There have been lots of tears(for both of us ... because #toddlerlife) lots of frustration, but so much joy!

I hope that the growth and rebirth of spring and Easter remind you of all the GOOD things coming, and all the joy in your life. 🌸

Happy Good Friday! What are your plans for the long weekend?

📷 @silksellingerphotography for her #motherhood mini sessions.

We switched up Xay’s books for Easter and spring

We switched up Xay’s books for Easter and spring (if it ever decides to come back!)

We love holiday books and I'm having fun creating themed #shelfies and DIY banners for his reading nook.

We’ll just be here until it warms up outside again!

Some bunnies had a fun weekend of Easter crafts, d

Some bunnies had a fun weekend of Easter crafts, decor and activities!

I’m not going to lie, the laundry didn’t get done, the bathrooms didn’t get cleaned, and dishes sat in the sink. But this sweet child wants someone to play with him at all times (unless he’s watching the iPad ), which means finding a balance between a half-clean house and being a superhero bunny to a 2-year-old!

Heading into this Holy Week feeling full of gratitude!! Happy Monday!

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