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Wednesday, February 5, 2020

I Think I've Been In A Slump






Have you ever felt as if you've been busy, you've had creative outlets: freshening up your home, sewing, and wedding planning, but you just feel kind of blah?



That's been me.  Frankly, I've been in a slump.  I feel unmotivated, and some days haven't done much, except the basic necessities.

I think that it's partly the emotions of separation that I am feeling.  Rachel is getting married in April and in her heart she's already gone.  This is normal and good.  We are very happy for her and Wes.  It does, however, create a bit of an emotional wrench for me because I'm trying to have time with her before she leaves our home to create her own.

I have lots of adjustments to make this year, a daughter marrying, a new grandbaby, a daughter going to school in the fall, being at home with just Tim and Kyle, who is on the cusp of manhood.

I am beginning to come out of the slump because I recognize I've been in one.  I've done some rearranging in my bedroom, changed up the table on the deck, read two books.

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Now for some personal work.  I'm nearly back on track with my eating plan, but on days I'm feeling my slump, I eat off plan and that doesn't help with my slumpiness, if you know what I mean.

I'm getting my hair cut next week. I've been wearing it a bit longer and fuller, but I'm going back to something like this.




I've ordered some dresses to try for the wedding.  I will not be wearing bling or a long dress.  The wedding is in the afternoon, so I'll likely just be wearing a pretty dress.

I'm planning to join a friend soon for tea. Maybe more than one friend for multiple teatimes!  



8 comments:

  1. I have not felt my energetic self this cold, dark Alaska winter. Some days, I am only able to keep things functioning and give myself grace of not being more productive. I'm a long time reader of your blog, thank you for sharing! I'm in the season of growing up children and change, although none of mine are married yet. You are such a blessing!

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  2. More than one tea and more than one friend sounds like a plan! We all fall into a slough once in a while. I watch a fun You Tube channel with a gal on some Keto plan. She takes me to lunch with her every day. 😏

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  3. I'm not experiencing slumpiness at the moment but I certainly have been there on occasion and recognize the symptoms you mention. Of course, it's perfectly okay to be there -- what with so many shifts and changes in your life, no matter how lovely, how can they not press on soul and mind. Just know that I am saying a wee prayer that the Comforter who has come will be that Balm of Gilead exactly in the way you need it today.

    Sending hugs and warmest thoughts...
    Brenda xox

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  4. I went through a hard time after both Stephanie and Christopher left. It was never the same and I admit I had more fun when they were home. Eventually a new normal was forged.

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  5. Slumps happen....and I can understand your emotions with all the changes. You do well.
    Love you......

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  6. Oh, I am hearing your mama-heart loud and clear, dear friend!! Last year was such a year of change for us. Kati getting engaged, married, and moving away. Bekah graduating. The end of my life as a homeschool mom. The realities of aging parents. Some of the changes were joyous, but all of them were hard on my heart in some way. I am praying for you . . . that you have grace for the day. One day at a time. Grace.

    And yes, there is joy in the midst of it! I hear your excitement as you speak of wedding plans and new grandbabies. And tea with a friend or two! I hope that I am one of those friends!! ❤

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  7. I get into those slumps now and then. Weather permitting, I have started walking in the mornings with two friends and that seems to be helping me so much. Just getting outside, breathing in that fresh air and moving. I'm finding I have more motivation during the day and I sleep better at night. And walking with friends makes the walk go faster too!

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  8. I'm familiar with "slumps". ❤️🙏❤️

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