Daily Diary – January 21 2011

I saw this in the shifting ground classroom today and it resonated so much with me. Worrying is definitely something I do too much of and I could not agree with this quote more so it needs to be upfront and center in my life.

Today was all about rest. And finishing touches. I added a few more touches to one of my layouts. I took photos. I finished up an art journaling page which was also homework for Soul Restoration. I watched a lot of TV and relaxed a lot. As well as working, taking David to school and back and taking Nathaniel to the dentist. But those are just part of a day.

We were all quiet and playing today in our own way.

I love how he surrounds himself with toys and then plays with each.

And I love this shot of David. He looks so wonderful, as he is.

And I really love how Nathaniel snuggles next to him at each opportunity. I love watching them sit together. I love seeing Nathaniel’s feet. I love how his fingers are inside the lego holes. I love how engrossed David is in reading. I love these boys so so much..

Tonight is all about more resting. Lots of journaling. Setting up newsletter for February. If you’re not, make sure to subscribe. I am going to be making new digital downloads this weekend. Any requests?

My plan is to catch up to all my homework this weekend. Draw faces. Journal. Make truth cards. Maybe even paint some. Let’s see how far I get. I might even scrap a page or two but just for me. I will likely print photos, too, so I am ready for more scrapping.

Oh, and, thank you so much for the kind words and encouragement for the running. Today was a much better day. I was able to go all the way without so much pain. I even felt like I could have gone longer if I needed to. That was certainly a good feeling because I worried I might never feel ok again. So it’s good to know it wasn’t permanent. As with everything else, I imagine it’s constantly shifting and adjusting.

Three Things I’m Grateful For:
1. I am grateful that it’s the weekend and I don’t have anything I have to do. I work better when I am organized so I will plan some thing for the weekend before I go to sleep but if I end up “wasting it all away” that’s going to be ok.
2. I am grateful that Nathaniel’s teeth seem to be in good shape so far. He was very upset at the appointment but the dentist looked at his teeth and we’re good so far.
3. I am grateful for all my classes. Despite being a bit overwhelmed I am finding each of them very very valuable and I am grateful that I will now have more time to dedicate to each.

Three Things David’s Grateful For:
1. I am grateful that I read books on raz-kids {* his pick for the journal}
2. I am grateful that I played pretend (house) at school.
3. I am grateful that I played lego batman at school.

8 comments to Daily Diary – January 21 2011

  • Shawnnita in the Aussie Outback

    Hello! Great quote! It does say so much! Thank you for sharing it. Beautiful photos of the boys again. I hope you managed to get a good rest in today.

    I’m definitely subscribing and looking forward to your newsletter!

    No request thus far, your doing a great job on your own!

  • Linda

    …and I love your blog!

  • Seriously, your kids a really cute. I love that picture of David and Nathaniel on the couch.

  • I so needed to find that quote! Thanks so much for sharing it! That will definitely be one of my Art Journal Every Day subjects! I always enjoy seeing the photos of your beautiful boys! Nathaniel sure knows the meaning of multi-tasking!

  • Jus

    Thank you for the quote! 🙂 And I’m so glad running was better today. It will keep getting better, I’m sure, but meanwhile, don’t push yourself too hard also ok? Have a blessed weekend! 🙂

  • Karenkia,

    Love your quote. I grew up as a worrier living with a worrier. I have changed.
    At 17 years of age some one told me a famous quote- a man once said ” I have worried about many things in my life most have never happened”

    I especially like the layer you used over your photo. Can you share the source?- Gayle

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