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Sarah Halstead

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January 5, 2012 By Sarah Halstead

Weathering The Storm

Filed Under: Parenting, Special Needs Tagged With: carsyn, dustyn, Holoprosencephaly

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

    January 10, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    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

    January 8, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    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

    January 7, 2012 at 10:16 pm

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

    January 6, 2012 at 12:48 pm

    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!
  5. Ashley Sisk says

    January 6, 2012 at 11:52 am

    Ooooh these are so beautiful and vibrant!
  6. moo says

    January 6, 2012 at 12:38 am

    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

    January 5, 2012 at 9:20 pm

    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.
  8. Courtney says

    January 5, 2012 at 8:44 pm

    THe site looks great! Wonderful shots, Sarah!
  9. Veronnica says

    January 5, 2012 at 7:44 pm

    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!
  10. Nancy says

    January 5, 2012 at 5:47 pm

    Congratulations on your new venture! Sounds very rewarding. :)
  11. rachel-wildflower photography says

    January 5, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    what lovely images! :) i especially love the quote on the first capture...i totally know where you are coming from. being a mama is tough a business. praying for you! :)
  12. Jaymi says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:34 pm

    good news about Carsyn! And lovely photos, I love the 3rd one! cool edit!
  13. Gina says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:28 pm

    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.
  14. DaenelT says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    ConGratulations! I'm so excited for your new project.
  15. heather says

    January 5, 2012 at 4:00 pm

    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

    January 5, 2012 at 3:25 pm

    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

    January 5, 2012 at 3:24 pm

    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. :)
  18. darcie says

    January 5, 2012 at 2:33 pm

    Love your photos! :)
  19. Christina Klas says

    January 5, 2012 at 12:06 pm

    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)
  20. Lauri says

    January 5, 2012 at 11:13 am

    An entire series of lovely photographs and lots of great news. Stay warm.
  21. Adeena says

    January 5, 2012 at 10:36 am

    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

    January 5, 2012 at 8:52 am

    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

    January 5, 2012 at 8:50 am

    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

    January 5, 2012 at 8:45 am

    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....
  25. June Makes Six says

    January 5, 2012 at 7:53 am

    Totally get the Winter thing...I am actually hoping for snow. LOL. Chin up, only a few months till Spring, right? Tiffany

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