It’s a new season – both literally and figuratively. Spring is in full swing, and the time change is in alignment with the new season. My sons have both reached pivotal ages and are entering into new phases. My oldest has turned eighteen and is gearing up for graduation. We are filling out applications for college and trying to home in on where he will be going in the Fall. My youngest turned one and started walking. He thinks he is the boss of the house and is somehow always finding something to put in his mouth, no matter how much I clean, sweep, mop, and vacuum.
Springtime has always been my favorite time of the year. Partly because I was born in the spring but more so because of the promise it provides. Spring is the season that welcomes summertime. It is the season when the sun shines longer, and the flowers bloom. It is also the season that lets us know that school is about to end and the fun is about to begin. Weekend activities pickup, weekday trips to the park start, and activities that encourage having fun with others are endless.
At home, I am getting ready to welcome baby boy number three. I am decluttering and organizing our bedrooms, bathrooms, Keith’s playroom, and the other living spaces in the house. I am slowly getting into the groove of maintaining a clean and organized home while chasing a one-year-old around. I love the fact that I get to be a stay-at-home mom and finally achieve the goal of graduating college and getting my degree. It is truly a blessing, and I am so grateful. I have realized that I have taken this opportunity for granted, and the things that I have prayed for could’ve come to pass a while ago, but I spoke against what I was given to steward over. I plan to maximize this opportunity and do all the things that I prayed about. I am also advocating for myself by prioritizing self-care and setting boundaries. If I need a break or even a nap… I’m taking it.
Consistency has been a struggle for me and as someone who is easily distracted, I cannot afford to fall out of rhythm. I must remain in sync! I have found that routines are LIT! And making sure to plan out my weeks and keeping up with my daily to-do lists have been a lifesaver. These small lifestyle changes have made a considerable difference in the Russell household, especially on days when I am feeling overwhelmed or anxious, on the days when Keith is whiney, and I am exhausted, and especially on the days when everything that could go wrong literally goes wrong.
So many things are happening in my life currently… as I said, it’s a new season. Change is good, and although it can be challenging, I am willing and open to accepting the change. The fear of the unknown is only scary because it is unfamiliar to us, but the unknown can be exciting, especially when we put our faith in Jesus and fully trust His plans. God is truly my anchor, my hope, and my foundation, and He will never let me down – regardless of what is happening in my life or with the weather. I am truly looking forward to what’s in store for me as I enter a new chapter of my life and start a new career as a content creator and stay-at-home mom with a college student, one-year-old and newborn.
Cheers to the new season!
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