Today is a peaceful day. I can’t say that every day. But I can today. Today is not a perfect day, but I feel peaceful today. So far.
No one woke me up last night. No sleepwalking. No nightmares. No interruptions. I slept through.
Laela, who is working off a punishment right now, completed her work this morning without complaining. She has not complained yet, and for that I am so grateful. Lesson landed.
Brady is working on a building project. Not only will the result be worth the work, but the fact that Brady can complete projects such as this is a beautiful confidence boost for him. He is SO happy to be able to work still, even if it looks a little different.
The three older kids are at school, and I’m down to two. Waverly and Solomon are playing outside together, seamlessly. They do so great, just the two of them together. No fighting. Just pretending together.
The sun is out, but not TOO hot. No wind. Even the weather is peaceful.
I’ve been able to crochet this morning. I have so many projects in my mind recently, and crocheting has turned into something therapeutic. It keeps my brain busy, but not overloaded, and it keeps my hands busy so I don’t get too pick-y. I’m able to be occupied without being too busy or overwhelmed. I wish I could make a living crocheting somehow, haha!
Today is the day that our dear friend shops for us, and we will receive a giant Costco haul at the end of the day. I am so relieved to not have to fit that shop into my life right now. One day I will again. But, not this week, and thats ok.
As I sit, peacefully, I fight the urge to jump up and be frightfully productive. My brain runs over the list of things I have to do. Have to pack. Have to prepare. But rather, I’m going to take deep breaths, and enjoy my peaceful time. I will be more accomplishmenty later. Maybe. Maybe not.
First – peace.