or a seagull…
And somedays you’re a statue…or a lamp post.
One of the hardest things I’m coming to terms with as a mum is that I’m never going to be on top of things all the time.
We kick some goals – kids are healthy, happy, eating and sleeping well. Finally, the chaos is over and some normalcy will set in.
Then, the next day, all goes to pot again. We wonder where it all went balls up and how the hell the dirty laundry get to reach the ceiling.
I figure, on those days I’m the statue, I might as well take it for what it is. The laundry will eventually get done. Maybe not now and that’s okay.
Surrendering makes everything so much easier to deal with.
Besides, I get to enjoy these cheeky smiles for a little longer…
What do you do on your days of being a statue?
It’s been waaaay too long but finally, I’m back to join Trish at My Little Drummer Boys for Wordless Wednesday.
They are great pics Grace!! Your boys are gorgeous 🙂
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Ahh bless what great shots! After I get the kids today I’m going to play outside with them, well watch them play anyway and keep off the computer til they are in bed! x
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I totally agree with every word. ANd love your pics.
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Oh man I am SO appreciate this. It goes in waves doesn’t it. I’m still learning to embrace the chaos too. Beautiful shots by the way xx
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So true. Normally on those days I head to the park, but lately, the rain, oh the rain. Did I mention the rain? I’ve taken to putting on Mr 4YO’s favourite dvds with the sound only and pretending they’re audiobooks. He thinks it’s awesome and he’s entertained without watching tv, but now the sun is out and we’ll head to the park x
Hey, that a clever ploy just putting the sound on like a audio story Book. I love it 🙂
Must tell my daughter about this
Alexa
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You’ve described motherhood perfectly! Awesome photos too. 🙂
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Agree with Bec, your post encapsulates parenthood! It wasn’t till after I had a couple of kids that I began to realise they don’t care…even notice, mess or dust, in the long run it’s time and a happy (if dishevelled!) Mum is all they care about (love the pic of your feet on the climbing frame!) 🙂
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I gave up being a complete control freak when I become a mother over 16 years ago. Some days are easier than others and I occasionally revert back to my old ways but it’s a more relaxed household when I let go.
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Those lamp post days! Just gotta roll with the punches on those days, not get too worked up about what is not done and try to veg out and just be. There will be a pigeon day right around the corner, tomorrow even, if you’re lucky!
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It’s just like lists. We plan to do but it overwhelms us if we don’t get “planned” things or chores done.
So the best thing is do one thing then let go.
Today in Sydney was one of those days with its endless blue sky that called out …come outside and play or look or breathe or enjoy or just look up at me, there is no end and no stress 🙂
Sometimes we just have to not do .
Alexa from Sydney, Australia
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Ps…and your photos capture the unadulterated joy in the children’s face. Unfettered freedom 🙂
Alexa x
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Great pics
Love the bird/statue analogy
L @ DFF
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Today, I feel like the statue and I have a headache and want to crawl back into bed. I can’t because I have a to do list 3 m long.
I love , love your post and pics Grace- so maybe I’ll take your advice and sneak into the hammock or bed for a bit.
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Great pictures Grace! And your boys are so gorgeous. They are growing up and it’s beautiful to share this journey with you.
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Gorgeous pics Grace. So very true & I’d take those cheeky smiles over washing any day .
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