There is a Reason
When we realize the six inches of rain within the last four days has us hog-tied for outside work . . . we go to plan B. For myself that is an easy task. I can while away hours in the sewing studio doing some tidy work, find a better place for supplies or begin a stitching project and let the machine hum so I can get a post typed out.
This past week I have been exposed to a lot of family time. Last Sunday I was with my sister’s family. Thursday Dennis and I spent the day on my cousin’s farm taking in the church steeple work as well as farm talk. Every family member of mine has a different dynamic. As I have had rainy days to mule over everything from the last week I have decided . . . for me, myself and I . . . I like what I have with my children and their families. I wouldn’t trade my troop for anything in the world. Orlin and I didn’t have an instruction book when we had our children. It was a learning curve to say the least. Each day, each month and each year we did what we felt was needed to keep the kids safe while allowing them to be themselves. I have no idea how each event that took place may have imprinted within them. All things that have come into my children’s lives as adults have been choices. From my perspective they have chosen well for themselves and the day-to-day lives for their families.
Do I wish that I could spend more time with them? . . . Hell yes. That is the exact same thought that Mom had. In reality we bring those wee ones up to be and do what they need to do for love, for home and for jobs. At this juncture in my life, it is MY job to stay healthy, safe and motivated so when family times do occur I am cognizant to enjoy every last detail. As I
see it, the balance in my life is working out just fine. Dennis keeps me on my toes so as to not slack off on the details of multitasking. Our acre allows for all the fresh air one can take keeping it tidy and I surely cannot discount the challenges that I enjoy in the sewing studio. There is a reason for rainy soggy days. My blog post has allowed me to express some thoughts and I have a wonderful kitchen towel completed on the sewing machine. Sweet.