Proud Momma

I had a beyond proud mommy moment today. I picked up Abram from school and per the norm I asked him how his day went, what he did, what he learned, who he played with, yes I'm a nosey mother! Most days he tells me, others he says he doesn't remember, and some he even tells me to stop asking! Haha! Makes me wonder how his teenage years will be. 

Today he said he was really worried about his best friend. I asked why, and he told me his best friend was being bullied by another kid. I saw the concern on his face when he proceeded to tell me all the details. I realized at that very moment I was raising a true gentlemen..... Excuse me while I grab a tissue! 

Of course every mother needs to know if their child is being bullied so I called his mom and let her know. Abram was glad I did. Its not every day you see a truly concerned child and it made me proud to know Abram was being raised to know to speak up when he needs to. I told him he did the right thing and I saw the concern on his face turn to peace. 

Abram is turning 6 in August and since the day he was born my biggest fear has always been raising him wrong or doing something that will affect his future in a negative way. I am responsible for who he turns out to be. I am responsible for his outlook on life and I am responsible for how he handles the world around him. But on days like today when I get that reassurance that I'm doing something right with him, I cut myself a break. I am one proud momma of this little man and the man he is becoming! 

He truly makes me love being a mother! XOXOXO

WMF

New Month, New Goals, New Opprotunities

It is officially a new month! Its hard to believe how fast time flies! I'm 4 weeks from meeting my new baby and I cannot wait. I still have so much to get ready, but I always feel like the 1st of the month is like a new start. My husband and I set monthly goals. We each have a notebook where we set personal monthly goals and at the end of the month we go back and check if we achieved any of those goals. Every month is a new opportunity to get things done, change things you don't like, buy something you have been eyeing, pretty much anything that comes to mind. 

For me this is the last month I will have as a family of 4. One of my main goals is to make last minute memories with my boys and my husband! Taking them somewhere special is on my to do list, as well as taking lots of pictures. Deep cleaning my house is also on my to do list. I try to clean something every day so I don't have a lot to overwhelm me on 1 full day, but I definitely need to get my hubby to help me move furniture and get to those hard to reach spots around the house.  

I also set spiritual goals for myself every month such as remembering to pray more and just mainly taking time to appreciate my blessings. One of my main goals every month is telling and showing my family how much I love them. That can mean extra family and play time at night for the kids, or letting them stay up later. Getting special gifts for them or just some really special one on one time with each. For Luis it can be letting him sleep in, or making his favorite meal, even surprising him with donuts before he wakes up in the morning! Haha

When it comes to setting goals remember its a fair game. Maybe you don't get that specific goal done this month, then set it for next month. Always try to take steps achieving what your heart desires! Career wise, establish what it is you really want, like  love what you do!! Sometimes there will be unexpected obstacles in your way, but that doesn't mean you give up, that just means you take a different direction to get there. Be sure to make one of your goals something fun, goals don't always have to be serious and down to business, a fun goal can be something as simple as remembering to laugh hard daily! It is good for your health after all.

May your April be blessed with goals achieved and unachieved, smiles, laughter and lessons learned!

WMF

Postpartum Spring Staples

Postpartum Spring Staples by writingmother-fashionista featuring Kiss My Face


Since Josiah will be coming within the next month, I wanted to share some of the normal staples to my wardrobe after I normally give birth. On any normal day I will just be in jeans and a t-shirt, and probably barefoot. On those rare days I do go out I just throw on my Converse and some sunglasses and off we go. This time around will probably be the same except now I am older and a bit wiser so I've been trying to remember sunblock and lip balm. I really am trying to take care of my skin more with moisturizers and eye serums and all that good stuff before bed and before going in the sun. I also don't feel really awake unless I wear mascara. My all time favorite is Loreal Telescopic. Lastly my Coach diaper bag. My father in-law gifted to us when Abram was a baby, so of course I haven't used another one since.
I've noticed the trend lately is for women to pop out kids and get beautiful and in shape right away, but remember it took you 9 months to put the weight on so dont stress too much about how long it takes to get it off! Besides with a new baby to try and figure out you wont have too much time to worry about your looks. Dont get me wrong, take care of yourself, but don't feel like you have to get dolled up every single time. Cut yourself a break, you did just have a beautiful baby after all!

WMF

Avila Beach

 

 

 

 

Sunday was such a beautiful day I told Luis we had to get out of the house with the kids. I was so glad we agreed on the beach, it was a gorgeous day! Abram and Eli were so stoked to be at the beach they didn't get cranky or even cry once! We all had so much fun! There are so many beaches along the central coast, but Avila is usually the prettiest closest to where we live. It was a pretty busy beach so Luis had to drop us off and then go park the car, where we ended up leaving the camera. I was so bummed I didn't get great pictures with the camera, but these are some we took with our phone.
After our fun filled day at the beach we went home and Luis BBQ'd some delicious chicken! I must say he is the best griller in my book. The boys always finish their dinner if he grills. All in all it was a beautiful Sunday that made me feel so relaxed. I love Spring!!!

WMF