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One of the tips I should have shared about moving with a toddler is to make time to take care of yourself, too. (Link to that blog post is in my bio.) . Life is a balance and I feel like as parents it can be really hard to find that. We work hard and have the huge responsibility of raising small humans. If you’re like me, you question yourself as a parent all the time and then feel guilty when you do stop and prioritize yourself. I haven’t mastered the balancing act but I live less in the extremes than I used to and today I’m choosing to celebrate that progress. . Here’s your reminder (and mine) to give yourself grace. And maybe do some heart openers. 😉 . . . #wheelpose #backbend #memphisyoga #memphisyogi #yogamama #yogamom #yogaporch
Happy Friday! . We still have some house to-dos but husband tore up his knee so a lot of those will have to wait. He will have surgery this summer.😕 . It’s an injury, and it will heal. I’m thankful for our family’s health and that we are all together again. . Look for a blog post soon about our move and tips for transitioning a baby/toddler. I’m starting back up on the blog so if you ever have any ideas or requests, send me a message! . I hope you have a fabulous weekend.💕 . . #yogaporch #standingsplits #standingsplitsvariation #yogamama #yogamom #memphisyogi #memphisyoga #olivebranchms
What you see: Instagram-worthy puddle play. What you don’t see: He tripped and had a meltdown after about 3 mins. Still worth the 3 mins of smiles! . #momlife #toddler #boymom #rainplay #playintherain #splashsplash #raincoat #catandjack #targetstyle
When Daddy has to go to work.💔 . Instead of waking up when Memphis does (which is usually right at 7am), I started setting my alarm and getting up 15-30 mins before him. Even 15 mins to brush my hair, wash my face, brush my teeth and start some music and coffee has had a big impact on my mornings. I’m more cool, calm and collected when Memphis wakes up and can be a better mom for him. . What small tweak can you make to improve your everyday?
My hair is a hot mess but this guy couldn’t care less. . We are settling in and discovering a little more of our new town ... mostly the Target down the street, which @krismcdonald21 is thrilled about. . I signed Memphis up for swimming lessons at the local Y and I’m trying to figure out how to make friends as an adult. I downloaded that Bumble BFF app but to be honest I find it odd. As someone who settled down before dating apps existed, it’s all awkward to me. Trusting that I’ll find some pals soon enough. Wish this awkward girl some luck. . In the meantime, my BFF and I have a lot of park dates planned and we are happy to be together as a family. I was worried about the transition but Memphis is content to be with his Daddy and you can see that all is right in his world again. We are all breathing easier.
We miss @krismcdonald21 like crazy but I’m thankful to have some family time before we join him 7.5 hours south of here in our new home. Even though it’s hard being without my other half, I’m trying to stay present and soak up these moments. Watching these two cousins interact is something special. #cousins #2009nissanislife . 📸: Auntie @iamerinbrown
Yesterday we moved out of 6809 Switzer Lane. This was our first home and I know it’s just a house but it’s filled with so many memories and it was tough to say goodbye. Closing this door is a lot harder than opening the next one. . @krismcdonald21 has already moved to Memphis and we miss him like crazy. He FaceTimes into bedtime stories every night but it’s just not the same without his warm hugs. I wish we could have said goodbye to this house we’ve called home for five and a half years together, but life isn’t perfect and we are making it work. . Maybe I’m being too emotional about this but I have loved this house. Going through each room I took inventory of all the memories. The guest room where we cried from laughing too hard trying to put together IKEA furniture. The landing where I told Kristopher we were having a baby. I’ll never forget his face. The bath tub where I spent most of the early stages of labor. They are just rooms but to me they hold more than furniture. . Thank you for serving our family so perfectly, 6809. I hope your new owner fills you with even more wonderful memories and love. . #shawneeks #houselove
 
 
 

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