When you are a parent, sometimes you do not even get a second alone to think. About anything!
From what you are making for breakfast/lunch/dinner, or if you already washed your hair... Not even to remember if you made your bed or fed the dog.
Please tell me I am not alone in this.
Some days all I want is to be able to go to the bathroom without one or two kids sitting on my lap while I go! Is that really too much to ask?
When did my life go from peaceful boredom to so much stress 24/7 that I cannot even remember if I brushed my teeth today?
It is so easy for moms to loose themselves in the daily grind of what this life has become. Wiping noses. Changing diapers. Finding a paci (for the millionth time today). Making food that may or may not be eaten. Waiting until the kids go to bed to actually get to eat something yourself without little hands helping themselves to whatever is on your plate (even though the just fed the dog everything you gave to them to eat).
I have found it to be so important to take a minute to breathe! Among all the whining, crying, teething, fussing, I am sleepy but do not make me nap moments, as a mom, we need to breathe. We need to take that second to gather ourselves before we truly do go insane!
I am just being real here.
And I know I am not alone. I know I am not the only one who forgets to breathe. Forgets to remember that this too shall pass. And one day I will long for these moments back.
Please know you are not alone. You are not the only one wondering how you will survive another day (okay - maybe another minute) without someone giving you a break.
When you try to talk to another adult & your children just will not let you - remember, that other adult is not judging you. They have probably been in the same boat you are in now!
I get so embarrassed when my kids do not act like they are supposed to - but then I have to remind myself they are 2.5yrs & 1yr old... They cannot always tell me what is wrong. Maybe they do not even know themselves. They just know that at that moment they want me. Mom. Their comfort.
So take a breath mom. Lean on your comfort system (God, hubby, your mom, a friend). Just like your daughter or son needs you - you need someone to remind you to breathe & it will all be okay!
Sincerely,
Another tired, stressed, worn out, needing a shower & brushed teeth, losing her mind mom
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Friday, April 29, 2016
Random Thoughts from a SAHM
Well - It is Finally Friday!! What does that mean?? Well as a Stay At Home Mom - nothing really! 😉
This week has been so long for me. Both girls are teething & there has been non-stop crying/whining/runny noses for me to endure all week long. I have been very thankful for the short little quiet moments I have been able to steal away while they watched a movie (oh have I mentioned it has been raining most the week so we have had to stay inside instead of letting them run around outdoors....) & I get to drink my coffee --super fast-- in silence.
And as I am typing this my 1yr old climbs onto my lap & throws up on me! Not a lot, but enough to where these clean pants I got out for today are, well, no longer clean!
The joys of mom life!
Some days it is the toughest thing in the world. I wonder if I can survive another minute let alone the hours until help [in the form of my husband] arrives! Every day just seems to blur together in a never-ending time of making food, throwing out food because it wasn't eaten {{or letting the dog eat it so it does not go to waste}}, getting milk, cleaning up toys, changing diapers, letting the dogs out, finding the favorite stuffed animal that is hiding right in front of my toddlers eyes, letting the dogs in, brushing teeth (the kids love this activity), preparing for naps.... The list could go on but I think you get the idea <or you are right there with me in this craziness>!
Why do I say all of this? Because. No matter how tired I am, how stressed I get, how many times I loose my temper & yell [I know I am not alone here - right Moms? Dads?] at the kids because I just feel so overwhelmed I can't even think straight...
They come running into the room & ask for a hug (no hidden agenda this time), or a kiss... Or like my 1yr old who just cut her first top tooth today & wasn't feeling good because of it, she lays down in my lap & drifts off to sleep!
And I am once again filled with the love that makes all the above stressors disappear from my mind. I am filled with unconditional love for this child who developed inside me.
So when the days are long & seem like you are living in the movie Groundhog Day... Know you are not alone. You are not facing these trials alone. You do not have to suffer in silence. As moms, we need to stick together. Support each other. Love each other. Comfort each other. Lift each other up.
I'm here for you! We will survive these days together! Never give up!
This week has been so long for me. Both girls are teething & there has been non-stop crying/whining/runny noses for me to endure all week long. I have been very thankful for the short little quiet moments I have been able to steal away while they watched a movie (oh have I mentioned it has been raining most the week so we have had to stay inside instead of letting them run around outdoors....) & I get to drink my coffee --super fast-- in silence.
And as I am typing this my 1yr old climbs onto my lap & throws up on me! Not a lot, but enough to where these clean pants I got out for today are, well, no longer clean!
The joys of mom life!
Some days it is the toughest thing in the world. I wonder if I can survive another minute let alone the hours until help [in the form of my husband] arrives! Every day just seems to blur together in a never-ending time of making food, throwing out food because it wasn't eaten {{or letting the dog eat it so it does not go to waste}}, getting milk, cleaning up toys, changing diapers, letting the dogs out, finding the favorite stuffed animal that is hiding right in front of my toddlers eyes, letting the dogs in, brushing teeth (the kids love this activity), preparing for naps.... The list could go on but I think you get the idea <or you are right there with me in this craziness>!
Why do I say all of this? Because. No matter how tired I am, how stressed I get, how many times I loose my temper & yell [I know I am not alone here - right Moms? Dads?] at the kids because I just feel so overwhelmed I can't even think straight...
They come running into the room & ask for a hug (no hidden agenda this time), or a kiss... Or like my 1yr old who just cut her first top tooth today & wasn't feeling good because of it, she lays down in my lap & drifts off to sleep!
And I am once again filled with the love that makes all the above stressors disappear from my mind. I am filled with unconditional love for this child who developed inside me.
So when the days are long & seem like you are living in the movie Groundhog Day... Know you are not alone. You are not facing these trials alone. You do not have to suffer in silence. As moms, we need to stick together. Support each other. Love each other. Comfort each other. Lift each other up.
I'm here for you! We will survive these days together! Never give up!
Saturday, April 23, 2016
Been a while...
So apparently I've let my blogging go to the back burner while I was busy having children! I've really been feeling like I should start this journey up again, so here I am!!
Be looking for more randomness from me as I re-enter the world of blogging! I'm looking forward to starting this up & sharing all kinds of things with you again!
So - here's to a new beginning as a wife, mom of two, Chaplain, Pastor & oh so many more titles to my name.
~Sarah~
Be looking for more randomness from me as I re-enter the world of blogging! I'm looking forward to starting this up & sharing all kinds of things with you again!
So - here's to a new beginning as a wife, mom of two, Chaplain, Pastor & oh so many more titles to my name.
~Sarah~
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Lots to do...
It seems that the more we accomplish the more we have to do this time of year! I hope that I'm not the only one who feels this way... But it seems as though every time I turn around there's something else to do that needs added to our list. Every evening we have such a long to-do list. Oh what I wouldn't give to just relax. But the holidays will once again be over soon & we will be entering into the new year... So we need to take the time to remember what this season is all about & remember to take the time to enjoy the time that we get with our families. There's so many things in this world that cause grief & pain that remembering the good is necessary... Keep God in this season. Keep your focus on how Jesus is the reason for the season...
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Lots more cooking.... 29 While 29
Okay - I know it has been a while since I have posted anything on here, but even though I haven't posted anything, doesn't mean that I haven't been doing stuff to fulfill this list! So... here I will be updating a few new recipes that I have been trying, most of which have been a success.
1 - Snicker doodle Brownies
Recipe:
2 2/3 cup flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup butter (room temp)
2 eggs (room temp)
1 Tblsp vanilla
2 Tblsp white sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Preheat oven to 350. Grease a 9x13 baking pan (I used an 8x11).
In medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla until smooth. Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture and beat until well blended.
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
In a small bowl, combine the white sugar and cinnamon.
Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the batter in the baking pan.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the surface springs back when gently pressed. Remove from oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack. While still warm, cut into squares with a sharp knife.
**These were a HUGE hit and even had a request to make them again! Definitely recommend these!!
2. Crockpot Chicken
Recipe:
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 pounds chicken breast
Cup up chicken into cubes. Place all ingredients into crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
(I cooked it for 7hrs but it was still a little dry. So either add more liquid - there was plenty left over when I served it - or cook closer to 6hrs.)
3. Crescent Roll Pizza
Recipe:
1 (8oz) package of refrigerated crescent roll dough
4 cheese sticks, halved
1 (3.5oz) package sliced pepperoni
optional - marinara or ranch sauce for dipping
Garlic Butter Glaze:
2 tsp butter, melted
1/2 tsp Italian seasonings
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 Tblsp grated Parmesan cheese
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Take each triangle of crescent roll dough & place between 4-6 pepperoni on the bottom of the triangle. Place half of a cheese stick on top and roll up. Place seam side down on a cookie sheet and bake for 10-14 minutes or until golden brown. (We used airbake pans...it resulted in needing to bake for 18-19min.)
While rolls are cooking, combine the melted butter, Italian seasonings, garlic powder and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
When rolls are done remove from the oven and brush with the garlic butter glaze. Serve with marinara or ranch for dipping.
4. Cheesy Enchiladas Casserole
Recipe:
1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 1/2 cups salsa
1 can (15oz) black beans, rinsed & drained
1/4 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing
2 Tblsp taco seasoning
1/4 tsp ground cumin
6 flour tortillas (8inch)
1 small can of drained corn
3/4 cup reduced fat sour cream
2 cups (8oz) shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, chopped
In a large skillet, cook beef & onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
Stir in salsa, beans, dressing, sour cream, corn, taco seasoning and cumin.
Spoon a generous layer of meat mixture on bottom of a 2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. Place a flour tortilla on top of meat mixture. Layer with more meat mixture, cheese... repeat as many layers as you would like.
The last layer should be a healthy does of cheese.
Cover dish with foil that has been sprayed with Pam.
Bake at 400 for 25minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
Let stand for 5min before topping with lettuce and tomato (we added more salsa on top too).
5. Pumpkin Coffee Cake
Recipe:
1/3 cup water
1 can Pureed Pumpkin (15oz)
2 whole eggs
1 Tblsp vanilla extract
2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 box yellow cake mix
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup brown sugar (divided)
1/2 cup flour
4 Tblsp butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
Preheat oven 350 - grease a 9x12 pan with butter or Pam.
In large bowl mix together water, pumpkin, eggs, 1 Tblsp Vanilla, pumpkin pie spice until well combined. Add cake mix & baking soda - mix until just combined.
Pour into greased pan.
In small bowl - mix 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour and melted butter. Use fingers to sprinkle over the top of the cake.
Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes (or until a toothpick comes out clean).
Glaze -- combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla & heavy whipping clean in saucepan and bring to a simmer until all sugar is dissolved.
Once cake is baked, poke holes in the top with a toothpick (I used a fork). Pour glaze over the cake, making sure to cover all surfaces.
Serve cake warm or at room temp.
**These were a HUGE hit! I will be making these again - actually was told I need to make them for our family Christmas get together!
1 - Snicker doodle Brownies
Recipe:
2 2/3 cup flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup butter (room temp)
2 eggs (room temp)
1 Tblsp vanilla
2 Tblsp white sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Preheat oven to 350. Grease a 9x13 baking pan (I used an 8x11).
In medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla until smooth. Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture and beat until well blended.
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
In a small bowl, combine the white sugar and cinnamon.
Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the batter in the baking pan.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the surface springs back when gently pressed. Remove from oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack. While still warm, cut into squares with a sharp knife.
**These were a HUGE hit and even had a request to make them again! Definitely recommend these!!
2. Crockpot Chicken
Recipe:
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup soy sauce
2 pounds chicken breast
Cup up chicken into cubes. Place all ingredients into crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
(I cooked it for 7hrs but it was still a little dry. So either add more liquid - there was plenty left over when I served it - or cook closer to 6hrs.)
3. Crescent Roll Pizza
1 (8oz) package of refrigerated crescent roll dough
4 cheese sticks, halved
1 (3.5oz) package sliced pepperoni
optional - marinara or ranch sauce for dipping
Garlic Butter Glaze:
2 tsp butter, melted
1/2 tsp Italian seasonings
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 Tblsp grated Parmesan cheese
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Take each triangle of crescent roll dough & place between 4-6 pepperoni on the bottom of the triangle. Place half of a cheese stick on top and roll up. Place seam side down on a cookie sheet and bake for 10-14 minutes or until golden brown. (We used airbake pans...it resulted in needing to bake for 18-19min.)
While rolls are cooking, combine the melted butter, Italian seasonings, garlic powder and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
When rolls are done remove from the oven and brush with the garlic butter glaze. Serve with marinara or ranch for dipping.
4. Cheesy Enchiladas Casserole
1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 1/2 cups salsa
1 can (15oz) black beans, rinsed & drained
1/4 cup reduced-fat Italian salad dressing
2 Tblsp taco seasoning
1/4 tsp ground cumin
6 flour tortillas (8inch)
1 small can of drained corn
3/4 cup reduced fat sour cream
2 cups (8oz) shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 medium tomato, chopped
In a large skillet, cook beef & onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
Stir in salsa, beans, dressing, sour cream, corn, taco seasoning and cumin.
Spoon a generous layer of meat mixture on bottom of a 2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. Place a flour tortilla on top of meat mixture. Layer with more meat mixture, cheese... repeat as many layers as you would like.
The last layer should be a healthy does of cheese.
Cover dish with foil that has been sprayed with Pam.
Bake at 400 for 25minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
Let stand for 5min before topping with lettuce and tomato (we added more salsa on top too).
5. Pumpkin Coffee Cake
1/3 cup water
1 can Pureed Pumpkin (15oz)
2 whole eggs
1 Tblsp vanilla extract
2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 box yellow cake mix
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup brown sugar (divided)
1/2 cup flour
4 Tblsp butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
Preheat oven 350 - grease a 9x12 pan with butter or Pam.
In large bowl mix together water, pumpkin, eggs, 1 Tblsp Vanilla, pumpkin pie spice until well combined. Add cake mix & baking soda - mix until just combined.
Pour into greased pan.
In small bowl - mix 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour and melted butter. Use fingers to sprinkle over the top of the cake.
Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes (or until a toothpick comes out clean).
Glaze -- combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla & heavy whipping clean in saucepan and bring to a simmer until all sugar is dissolved.
Once cake is baked, poke holes in the top with a toothpick (I used a fork). Pour glaze over the cake, making sure to cover all surfaces.
Serve cake warm or at room temp.
**These were a HUGE hit! I will be making these again - actually was told I need to make them for our family Christmas get together!
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