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Monday, June 17, 2013
Monday, June 10, 2013
Chutes and Ladders
Life is like a game of Chutes and Ladders. You're constantly working to go up and sometimes no matter how hard you try, you catch the chute that leads you right back to where you started. When my husband and I decided to split, I found myself slipping down that long chute and as much as I tried to hang on to the sides and climb up the chute, God had other plans. He needed me to get to the bottom and work myself up. I felt like I had no control, powerless and useless. I had to start doing my own finances, go through all the stuff that was left behind, figure out if I could afford to stay at home with my kids, and grieve. But I didn't have time to grieve. I had 2 little ones, ages 7 months and 4 years old. How would I ever get through it? I felt like my hopes and dreams were destroyed. But things always get better and of course they have.
The answer is I just did it. Just put one foot in front of the other and trusted in God. Things have got better. I have my budget figured out and custody is figured out.
Whatever life struggle you're going through, remember that you're not alone. Everyone has struggles at different points in their lives and you can still move up those ladders and of course enjoy the game along the way. Although sometimes we can't help what number we get when we spin the wheel but we can choose weather we enjoy the game or become bitter because we can't get where we want... and also who we play the game with!
The answer is I just did it. Just put one foot in front of the other and trusted in God. Things have got better. I have my budget figured out and custody is figured out.
Whatever life struggle you're going through, remember that you're not alone. Everyone has struggles at different points in their lives and you can still move up those ladders and of course enjoy the game along the way. Although sometimes we can't help what number we get when we spin the wheel but we can choose weather we enjoy the game or become bitter because we can't get where we want... and also who we play the game with!
Friday, June 7, 2013
Mommy Entourage: Despicable Me 2 Giveaway! In Theaters July 3rd!
Mommy Entourage: Despicable Me 2 Giveaway! In Theaters July 3rd!: Despicable Me was such a huge hit nationwide, we are thrilled to be able to offer advanced screening passes to see Despicable Me 2 before ...
10 Ways to Raise a Prince Charming
2. Pull the car over and share the appreciation of a beautiful sunset so he will also appreciate beauty.
3. Don't worry about spilled milk, show more appreciation than frustration.
4. When he makes mistakes, remind him how he's overcome mistakes before and ask him what he can do to better the situation. Tell him you make mistakes often.
5. Turn off your phone and spend quality time with the people that matter most...your prince.
6. Catch him doing something nice and act like he just he just invented the light bulb....children pay attention when things are dramatized.
7. Tell him you love him....every day....at least once every day!
8. Give him words to articulate his feelings and ask him how he feels.
9. Teach empathy and model patience. This balance can create empowerment and productivity.
10. Finally, teach him that rescuing the princess is actually MEANS sharing life with an amazing person that loves and respects you.
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Tough Mother....I Mean Tough Mudder!!
This weekend I survived the Tough Mudder....10 grueling miles of hills in Northeast, PA coupled with 13 crazy obstacles. Aside from childbirth, this was the hardest thing I have EVER done (including my black belt test....shhhhh...don't tell me sensei) But this was really the coolest thing I have ever done!
I originally signed up for this race so that I would have something to train for (and make me commit to working out) before bathing suit season rolls around. And honestly, as a single girl, the thought of thousands of strong, muscular men covered in mud climbing walls and ducking under barb wire was a perk ;)....But I didn't expect it to be so fun. I asked my Mom to take care of my girls for the day (and honestly she had a tougher day than me!) and I got in the car heading for the hills of Schnecksville, PA.
My adrenaline was racing from the moment I got there and when the announcer gave us an amazing
motivational speech about never giving up and doing this for our wounded veterans, I knew that I was hooked into this "Tough Mudder thing".
One of the toughest obstacles of the day...
Mt. Everest
Who says mommy's can't have fun???
Yes, that's me jumping in the air!!
CROSSING THE FINISHING LINE
By the time I finished, I had made new friends and definitely a new perspective that didn't just stay on that beautiful mountain in Schnecksville, PA. I began teaching my daughter about never giving up. I told her the story about how scared I was when I was getting ready for the race but I didn't give up. I taught her that mommy's can be strong, brave and do things for other people who need help ( she's only 4 so I didn't explain the whole veteran thing).
The next day I went out with my girlfriend for dinner. I was covered in bruises...but still had a bit of a Tough Mudder body! I'm pretty sure I'm a mudder for life.
I originally signed up for this race so that I would have something to train for (and make me commit to working out) before bathing suit season rolls around. And honestly, as a single girl, the thought of thousands of strong, muscular men covered in mud climbing walls and ducking under barb wire was a perk ;)....But I didn't expect it to be so fun. I asked my Mom to take care of my girls for the day (and honestly she had a tougher day than me!) and I got in the car heading for the hills of Schnecksville, PA.
This is me in the car ride heading to the Mudder!
My adrenaline was racing from the moment I got there and when the announcer gave us an amazing
motivational speech about never giving up and doing this for our wounded veterans, I knew that I was hooked into this "Tough Mudder thing".
One of the toughest obstacles of the day...
Mt. Everest
Who says mommy's can't have fun???
Yes, that's me jumping in the air!!
By the time I finished, I had made new friends and definitely a new perspective that didn't just stay on that beautiful mountain in Schnecksville, PA. I began teaching my daughter about never giving up. I told her the story about how scared I was when I was getting ready for the race but I didn't give up. I taught her that mommy's can be strong, brave and do things for other people who need help ( she's only 4 so I didn't explain the whole veteran thing).
The next day I went out with my girlfriend for dinner. I was covered in bruises...but still had a bit of a Tough Mudder body! I'm pretty sure I'm a mudder for life.
Monday, June 3, 2013
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