Time

I cannot believe that we have already been in Oklahoma for almost six months. I really think it is crazy that time can fly as fast as it does... and just keeps getting faster!

Why We Can't Have Nice Things

I absolutely love being a mom... most of the time. My boys are the funniest people I know. At the ages of one and two, they do and say the craziest things. I'm literally in stitches most of the day.

But.... they are one and two. This leads to a lot of broken, damaged, and stained items throughout the house. For example, I had a choice between a brand new sectional sofa or a handed down variety from a distant in-law relative. At first, I was heartbroken that we selected the old sofa. Now... fifteen gazillion sippy cups of spilled milk on the upholstery and telling the kids no drinks in the living room later... I'm really glad we didn't get the brand new one.

Another example, I used to love costume jewelry and fabulous clothes. Now? Jeans and t-shirts because someone is probably going to spill/barf on me throughout the day. I can't even wear my wedding ring or a necklace because I know the kids will pull on it.

Sigh. I know someday they will grow up. And while that makes me incredibly sad, I'll be glad to have the ability to own nice things without them being absolutely destroyed.

Do You Blog?

I've had the question asked of me quite a bit recently. Do you blog?

The answer to this question is yes. I have for several years now. Am I any good at it? Not really. As a freelance writer, the last thing I want to do most days is sit in front of my laptop for another hour, plotting and typing out an interesting and informative blog post. But, here I am.

Some of you remember me from the good 'ole days of Mama Elle Says. However, with the new transitions in my life, I felt that a new page was necessary. New chapter, new blog.

They also say that confession is good for the soul and writing is good for the creative mind. Here I am. 

Life in Transition

I am six days away from my turning 26. Up to this point, I feel like I've accomplished quite a bit. I've given birth to two amazing little boys who consistently light up my life. I have a freelance writing business that isn't making me an overnight millionaire, but it enables me to make enough money each month to keep the lights on and still stay home with my kids.

As I have begun to reflect over the past years of my life, I realized the recent ones have really lacked a certain something... growth for me.

Of course, growth in pant size and bad habits has certainly happened. (Heck, I had two kids in less than a year!) But, as a mother and a woman, I've let my family become the priority and put my own needs on the back burner.

Thus, I find myself at a crossroads. Let things continue to slide or let this year be of a life in transition? I choose transition.

I am hoping this new blog serves as a great way to document the trials, tribulations, and fun had while I figure out where I'm going. Feel free to come along for the ride.