I have a Martha Stewart Living subscription. Most of the time I flip through the pages and just admire the projects and recipes. I gain a little inspiration with decor etc, but I never actually take the time to make anything. But with this last issue I became completely inspired to recreate one of her crafts. I saw this needlepoint project and I knew my chicks would LOVE it!
So we jumped in the car one night when daddy was out of town and hit our brand new Hobby Lobby. Oh how I love me a Hobby Lobby. We sifted through countless threads.
The girls mapped out their "Strahle Family" plan. Painstakingly picking out each and every color for our eyes, hair, clothes etc...
They were SO excited. I don't know how many times they thanked me. Most projects around our house are mine. This one is all their own.
The day after Sasha left the girls were off from school, so we gathered up all our supplies and hit the Pocahontas State Park. We'd never been there and the whole time we were driving I was praying please Lord give us a clearing where we can spread out a blanket. Can you believe that's how many trees there are here? I have to PRAY for a clearing!
Well we found one and the girls were off making people. I swear that's their favorite thing to do. We have a wii. Making the people is their favorite part. We have an army. Send me a picture and they'll make you too;)
Hmmm wonder who this will be??
It was another glorious day. Can't believe I wore sandals to the park in November. The only thing you could hear was the occasional bird and leaves falling from the trees. I tried really hard to turn my mind off, to just enjoy the surroundings and my chicks.
After a bit they HAD to run, and I of course had to pee...but that's neither here nor there;)
I can't remember the last time I gave the girls my complete undivided attention. How shameful is that? They drank it in too. I know they loved having me all to themselves. It was good to take the day and just be. Somehow in the midst of the move and life in general I feel like I've forgotten how to do that...just BE.
Is there anything better than be-ing a mom...than be-ing free to enjoy your surroundings and loved ones. I don't think so. Oh and what about be-ing sockless in November! Ahhhhh...hope the sun is shining on you today:)
Have a blessed weekend.
225. the sound of leaves falling
226. the sound of my girls laughing...outside;)
227. the sun warming my shoulders in NOVEMBER
228. smiles from ear to ear
229. embracing who i am at this moment
These are the things that y'all will remember forever! Our lives are truly lived in the everyday.
ReplyDeleteDo you want to adopt 29 year old girl for a weekend?! :) Such a great post. Made me smile from ear to ear and makes me excited for the day when I can BE a Mommy. So glad you guys enjoyed your time together.
ReplyDeletethat is soooo cool becky!!! I want to see the projects when they're finished!!!
ReplyDeleteHow fun. I love days of being. Beautiful pictures of your pretty girls. I think we'll look back on simple days like this and remember them as the best days. Hope your weekend is pleasant and full of just being. : )
ReplyDeleteps we have a wii army too. In fact I think we have big chick and little chick in there somewhere. ;)
ReplyDeletei feel the same way, when i do give them my undivided attention i realize that i don't do it often enough at all. looks like a great day for the three of you and it looks beautiful there! i love the pic of you and your oldest laying down, perfection. have a great day, friend!
ReplyDeleteyou're making so many awesome memories!!
ReplyDeletewatch out, the south (well kinda the south) will spoil you! But if your weather is anything like it is today in SoGA, you are wearing socks and shoes! :o)
I hope we get to see their completed needlepoint projects!! :o)
sounds like a wonderful time with your girls! and i'm so glad you are finding the beauty in trees. that falling leaf sound on a bright and windless day is just amazing, isn't it?? looking forward to seeing the finished needlework!
ReplyDeleteOh what a glorious day...and a wonderful post!! Just "be-ing" a mom is what I love most:) Can't wait to see the chicks' finished needlework! Got some sunshine, but it's too chilly for my feet to be bare {oh sigh}.
ReplyDeleteSuch great pictures and memories. These nice days are such bonuses. It is my last day in Colorado visiting my grandkids. So much fun. I have played Wii for the first time. My five year old granddaughter said it will help get rid of my wrinkles, hah.
ReplyDeleteThis is great.
ReplyDeleteGlad your girls had you all to themselves...what a beautiful day.
I so understand your sandals/no socks November Day.
"Flip Flops in November", just said that! ;)
What a special day. I love the first photo of the girls running. Just speaks fun! :)
ReplyDeleteBE. you hit the nail on the head. That is me lately. I'm going for it too. No more of this manic society we live in. I'm finding even blogging gets in the way of just Be-ing. I'm hugging you right now - can you feel it?
ReplyDeleteYou just affirmed my heart. And yes, the Son is shining on me today and I am soaking every bit that I can..up! And it is delightful. Praying you are too girlie
xo
You found the perfect November day to go out. Wasn't it lovely? Now, it's cold. LOVE the pics and I've always loved MS. I just love her. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a NEAT project to do together and one that they'll remember for years to come!
ReplyDeleteSOCKLESS in NOVEMBER....yeah rub it in why don't ya! :)
Seriously, GLAD you are enjoying your sockless-ness ~ hopefully it redeems the sadness felt for MN somewhat!
plus if it makes ya feel any better your welcome to look at BAD pictures of what you maybe missing on my blog!
I love the first "running photo." :)
ReplyDeleteI love this! What a special thing to do with your girls!
ReplyDeleteI love this! SO sweet to spend the day with your girls, they will definitely remember that. The pictures on this post are my favorite! There is just something so special about a mama & her girls being together. Love it :)
ReplyDeleteXOXO,
Angie from Ohio
This is so sweet... love the photo(s) of the girls running...and all you're feet in the air.
ReplyDelete((sigh)) Sewing/cross-stitch - so fun!!
The second to the last paragraph 'bout made me cry...so sweet! I get a lot of time with Nora, but I often CRAVE time with each of my boys. It doesn't happen often enough. And that's enough to make me cry again.
ReplyDeleteThe sun has shone (is that a word?) now that I have read your post :)
That's so cool! My eldest wanted to get into embroidery/cross-stitch a while back, but at only 7 yrs old, it was just too complicated for her. Oh well. I am right there with you on the whole not giving my girls my undivided attention enough, especially with them one-on-one. My plan it to take each one out to lunch once a month on a school day--to be picked up and go out while their friends eat in the caf. is pretty special!
ReplyDeleteOh I can't wait to see their finished project! How exciting!
ReplyDeleteOh and I'm loving the warmer days too...not quite as many as we had in Austin, but I'll take warm sunshiny days anyway I can get them :)
Be Blessed!
Biz
how fun is that!?! love projects! love GIRL projects...can't wait to do that stuff with sophia. and LOVE that it's "pocahontas park" you are LIVING in history, girl! so cool!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea to go to the park to craft. My daughter would love this project too and it would make a great little kit for Christmas! Love you blog! My family moved across the country and back last year. I admire your courage! We let fear get the best of us when things werent clicking into place right away and packed up and left. We miss where we were every single day!!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a fun and inspirational day! I love the project too!
ReplyDeletePrecious mommy daughter times are definitely priceless!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post Becky. You're a good mommy!
ReplyDeleteSounds like much fun! I am loving these fall days. As for the project, I am wanting to pick that up and do it myself. Jackie
ReplyDeleteso precious! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful day!! We camped at Pocahontas one time - beautiful park :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your warm November! It's actually been pretty nice up here in MN too.
Now that is my kind of a day. I always loved making the people the most, too.
ReplyDeletexo
What a sweet post--and a great reminder to me. I have been struggling with just BEing with my kids. It makes me so sad. It inspired me to do it TOMORROW~ thank you : )
ReplyDeletelove you and your chicks, big and little. you are the bestest mom, becks.
ReplyDeleteThis post was SO good, it made me want to be there. LOVE the first picture of them running, that is art, m'friend!
ReplyDeleteOh girl we are doing that project too... how funny. I ripped that thing out about a month ago and Ava can't wait. It's so cute how our girls are at the same stage.... going to be so CUTE in your new house... and maybe someday, my new house. What a fun way to reconnect with your babies after all the company! You're such a good Mama. :)
ReplyDeleteHobby Lobby is my favorite store. I'll even admit that while I was home this summer I visited EVERY week! (If it's not 50% off this week, it will be next week or the next! ;)) Those little projects are so stinkin' cute and it's so fun that your girls are so excited about them.
ReplyDeleteBecky, you are a wonderful mama! Keep enjoyin' the sunshine!
I've been a mom now for 19 years and I have loved every single second of it! I wouldn't trade it for anything in this whole wide world. So glad you and your girlies had a ball together!
ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful day the three of you had...these are the days and memories that will be remembered. When they look back on this day it will be with wonderment and smiles.
ReplyDeletehugs,
melody
What a beautiful autumn you are having. It's supposed to get i the 60's today...warm for here at this time of year. I LOVE seeing you and the girls enjoying one another so fully. I totally get that life is so busy that it's hard to find time to engulf ourselves in family. I find that I get so busy with cleaning and laundry after working, that there is no time left. Thanks for inspiring me to try harder.
ReplyDeleteWhat a perfect day Becky ~ I too cannot get over how nice it has been weather wise ~ we went around last week-end with no coats ~ in NOVEMBER!! Love the cross stitch project ~ I should dig mine back out ~ I have so many projects I need to complete! Happy Sunday. xo
ReplyDeleteOh, this is such a good reminder. Your perfect day is an inspiration.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see your girl's finished project.
The picture of the trees, of you and big chick and of your feet are my favorites!!
ReplyDeleteAh, beautiful moments
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SURE!!!
xx Suzanne
PS: You can stop rubbing
it in about sandals in November
okay.....ha ha : ) !
I'm not sure if I have ever commented on your blog or not but after reading this post I just had to! I so look forward to each and every one of your posts. I feel such a connection to you...maybe it is because I also have two little girls (almost 10 and almost 7)that I adore, maybe its your positive attitude and love of life that comes through in your writing that touches me, maybe its because I totally know we would be friends if you lived near me in the suburbs of Chicago! :) Whatever the reason, I truly enjoy your blog. Thanks for being real and for bringing joy to others. Best wishes always, Jena Selph
ReplyDeleteOh...those pictures make my heart melt!!!
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