The past tense of “on the go” – a phrase I like to use at Go Mama O – is “off and gone,” or so I’ve decided.
It is so appropriate, as the end of 2012 was off and gone like a curious toddler in the toy aisle among our busy holiday festivities. I have been mentally writing this post for a few days and feel blessed with some down time to pour it all out for your reading pleasure (by the way, THANK YOU dear readers)!
As I reflect on 2012, I am proud to admit that I am happier, less stressed, and a more patient stay at home mama, who occasionally does freelance work. I think it’s taken me a while to adjust to my routine at home and just enjoy the present. Being at home with my children HAS been such a blessing, and I know I will fondly look back on this time – even when it wasn’t all rosy dealing with diaper duty, potty training, sleep deprivation or tantrums galore. My kids have taught me some pretty amazing things this past year. See my top 5 things I learned from my kids entry.
I compare the picture above to the ones below, taken about 1 year apart, and it reminds me how far my kiddos have come this past year too. MAJOR milestones for little brother – going from 4 months to almost 16 months, he’s now much more a toddler than my baby boy. He’s been walking much more than his long preferred butt-scooting, and saying a lot of words in his sweet little voice. I love it when he says blanket, sleepy, and TREEEAT.
My daughter has come a long way too from 2 to 3 years old! For a while I thought she was in an “anti-mama” mode, but after being at home with her, I feel that we are much closer, and it’s typically me she calls for in the middle of the night. We’re conquering potty-training and enjoying a lot of pretend-play with our train and animal loving little girl. She tends to carry on a dialogue with herself throughout the day, as if she’s narrating her own life. Sometimes I’ll hear her say, “Put this over here (or insert any sentence)…the girl said.” I think she is a blogger or thespian in the making!
- Celebrating Christmas 2012 – Mama O and big sister (she’s watching TV)
I’m looking forward to a great 2013 with my family. I’m excited to see what will come along – new opportunities, challenges, and much more to discuss in the coming days. I’m doing my best not to be anxious about not having a “plan” worked out, which is difficult for a planning girl to do. I’m trusting in God’s plan for me, trying to listen for signs that I’m on the right track. For the moment, I think my happy, healthy family is indicating that I am where I’m supposed to be right now.
go mama o. 