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Weathering The Storm

Things have been a little rough around here. I feel like I have been failing as a mother. I know this is just another storm I am going through but I am ready for the sunny days. I usually get like this when it is winter time. I never want to go out of the house.  Then I feel bad for Dustyn and Carsyn being stuck in the house. On top of that I start getting stir crazy from being in the house. It is a lose-lose.

I did take Dustyn out yesterday to check the mail, but brrr… was it so cold. I just rushed him back in the house.

Some good news that also comes with this latest storm is Carsyn has gained 2 pounds in the last few weeks since he weaned from nursing. He has started drinking more whole milk . I feel like maybe the nursing was holding him back. I now hope that he will continue this growth.  At least I know, this too shall pass.

I hope you all are staying warm by the fire and continue to put up with my whining.

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  1. Jenny says

    praying that the storm will pass... but also that you find some peace and solace in knowing {because I have watched you over the last year}... you are seriously one of THE most incredible moms out there and I am so inspired by the love that you have for both of your littles :)

  2. rachel says

    these are great, Sarah! I love the processing of that third shot! and congratulations on getting into the inspiration through art program. that sounds really cool.

  3. Branson says

    Girl, I am feeling the saaaame way right now! Winter is tough. And for the record I love picasa

  4. deb duty says

    Really lovely images! My favorite it the pine tree needles. Don't feel too bad about staying in so much. I don't blame you. I hate cold weather. It'll be spring soon enough!

  6. moo says

    I completely understand this. I get the same way in the winter.. it's like I forget how to do things.. And I feel so lazy, but yet, I don't really feel like doing anything either... I think I am just one of those people who needs sunshine to be really happy! And this winter with upcoming deployment REALLY has me in a funk. Ugh. Winter. Also- I love the third photo with the ice on the tree branches! awesome. Hope you start feeling a little better.. :) lovelovelove, moo.

  7. Liz says

    As Mums, we all have days and even weeks like this. In my case, it's the perfectionist in me that sometimes says I'm not doing enough (or could have done better). Raising kids is a tough and often thankless job and we are only human. My kids are all grown now (27, 22, 20 & 19) and I still sometimes think "What could I have done better to prevent my oldest son from going off the rails?" Truth is nothing. Now I am raising my husbands youngest 2 (16 & 14) and I find myself often saying I am not a good enough step-mum. But then one or the other tells me I am the mother they always wished they had... I must be doing something right :) Anyway... essay over... your images are beautiful. I particularly love the middle 3.

  9. Veronnica says

    I feel like that sometimes. I'm glad Evan's in preschool so at least he gets some exercise and social interaction other than from me! haha! It's probably harder for you though since you live in a way colder place than I do. I'm such a wimp and complain when it's in the 50's during the day! Oy!

  13. Gina says

    I know that it seems rough right now- but know that we are all here for you as you need it!!! Gorgeous shots- & really, if the SOOC shots are good, Picasa is perfect for a good clean edit. My kids use it all the time when processing their pics & it's what I used exclusively before I picked up PSE9.

  15. heather says

    hey girlie, things will get better and it stinks the winter is getting to you so bad, but your right i think it does it to us all. i'm here if you need to chat. miss you girlie and those cutie pies of yours. heather

  16. Amanda says

    I always get a little bummed in the winter....I try to ward it off since I know it's coming. Some years it's easier than others. I know from following you on IG and Twitter that you are an amazing mom!! I hope that you can find a way to keep your spirits up.....because you have a lot to be thankful for (and so do your boys)! ;)

  17. candice says

    Ah yes another winter! I love winter and all, but I think being inside all last winter with a newborn killed my winter spirit. I'm hoping to find some activities to do out of the house this season so we don't go crazy. :)

  19. Christina Klas says

    Take some xtra vitamin D!! :) I think that's why everyone has to escape washington in the winter because they get the "rainy day disease" ;) also... free photo editing: picnik.com or gimp.org (but you have to download it)

  21. Adeena says

    Yep.. I'm not a fan of the cold, either. Lots of indoor time for me in the winter! YAY for Carsyn gaining! :D One of my kids did that, too... gained 2 lbs in a month after weaning. Inspiration through Art looks so cool.

  22. Susan says

    Wow...these are some great shots. Sorry you have been house bound. I'm excited your son is gaining weight! Yeah!!! Keep holding on!

  23. Seeing Each Day says

    Me again, meant to say congratulations for getting accepted into the Inspiration for Art program - i had a look at the site, what beautiful & meaningful photos.

  24. Seeing Each Day says

    Really like your 4th shot. And no you're not whining, just expressing how you feel. I've never experienced winters as cold as what you do so I would imagine it's completely understandable that it would affect a person's state of mind when you're cooped up inside with 2 little ones. Sorry that you're having a down time with motherhood thoughts - i think i go to bed every night thinking about all the mistakes i made with my kids during the day, then resolve to do much better, then lay in bed the next night thinking about the errors from that day etc etc....

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