Day Two

So I realize one of the problems of committing to something like writing a blog every day is that you end up with way too many ideas to write about. I found myself having topics tumble out of my mind while I was in the shower, in the car, making bread (that will be its own blog post!) cleaning, and even now while writing this!  I can see how it would be hard to write a book when too many things come at you at the same time (or when it all dries up!!)

So what to do and what to say! Well, this week I have been on vacation.  Well, I haven’t actually gone anywhere due to, you know, the pandemic engulfing 2020 and the world! (I was supposed to be in Italy and Prague. Italy for a wedding and then exploring.  Well- next year 🤞🤞). But I did take the week off - and since family members are still working, it was a staycation for me in a different way. And I have to say, I have loved it!  

Yes, I got up later than normal - Yes, I did catch up on TV shows- Yes, I did still walk and eat!!  But I decided to tackle areas of the house that needed work! And I feel unbelievably accomplished.  

Those that know me know I am not the tidiest person - and I am a bit of a packrat. So the fact I cleaned an area so I could close the closet door (where items went to die), for the first time after living in this house for almost 15 years, is a HUGE accomplishment on its own!  Each area that I organized felt like a small victory and having the time to dedicate to our home was a real joy! 

Door Finally Closed!

And while cleaning up, on top of the plastic cutlery to keep us going for many years that I found, I also went down memory lane as items from the boys’ childhood were stored there!  Looking at old placemats and artwork embossed on bags, mugs, and coasters were both a sad and happy experience.

Son #2's artwork on a hot plate!

Time really flies and if you are not careful it will pass you by without you realizing.  I remember older parents telling me to cherish the time when the boys were little and I know I have said that to families with younger kids.  It is very true!! 

And now I have written two days in a row, it will be off to another area of the house - I think the spice rack is the next place to tackle!