How is it already March?? A year ago today we were making last minute preparations for Martin's bodybuilding competition, Lydia was just barely walking, I was about 6 months pregnant with Evelyn, we were still living in our old house, and Cancer was not a part of our life at all.
Sometimes I look back and think that we might never be as happy as we once were, but on more positive days I think about how much we've grown in the past year, about the time we've been given, and how I would choose this this life with him and our sweet babies again and again over a care-free life without them.
So, here's to coming full circle! Here's to new beginnings, to coming out of our dark winter dens, to vitamin D, to jumping on the trampoline and the smell of freshly mown grass. To bare feet and dirty hands, to road trips, fresh flowers, sunglasses, birds singing, and late-night bonfires.
Here's to new patterns of thoughts, new waves of emotion, new connections to the world, to living with hope every day, to letting others in, and to new beliefs in ourselves and our capacity for happiness:)
Here's to Spring!
What are you most excited about with the change of the season??
Yay! I Love Spring! All this glorious weather is making me itch to tackle all those fun projects that are best saved for good weather.
ReplyDeleteI like your outlook; I can only imagine how hard it must be for you guys right now but your positive attitude is so inspiring! Your family WILL beat this!
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Thank you SO much for that! I feel so blessed to have sweet friends like you supporting us every step of the way:)
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Love this post! Ahhh to remember what the sun feels like on my face...can't wait! I l am looking forward to those nights when I have to give the kids a bath because they are so dusty from playing outside all day. It's almost here :)
ReplyDeleteOh that's such a good memory. I feel SO badly for the kids right?! All they want to do is run and yell.haha Come on sunshine!
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what a wonderful post! My oldest is graduating this June from high school and most of my family, who live out of state, will be out to visit. I'm looking forward to the new family memories that will be created from the gathering.
ReplyDeleteWow what a huge milestone to reach! Bitter-sweet for you I'm sure:) Best of luck in your preparations, and I hope it is a wonderful time for you and all of your family!
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So beautiful. I love these thoughts. xx Here's to Spring. Your Joy and smiles are always uplifting and contagious xx
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for that Sarah! That makes me feel so happy to hear. I so appreciate you visiting and reading and commenting. You are beautiful by the way:):):)
DeleteHahaha thanks, Emily! xx You're so sweet! <3
DeleteSpringtime always seems to make people happier. I think that's what I most excited for. Something about sunshine, flowers, bike rides, and warm breezes makes me feel happy to be alive.
ReplyDeleteYou're so so right, I rolled down the windows yesterday and let the wind make a huge mess of my hair, and it felt SO good. I felt so happy:)
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It's actually the beginning of Autumn over in Oz and couldn't be more excited after a long hot summer. Really hope Martin is doing well. Lots of love xx
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Oh wow, my other favorite season! haha That's also such a wonderful time to layer on the clothes and light fires and make hot drinks. mmmm:)
DeleteThank you so much for your sweet comment. Have a great rest of your week!
Spring makes me so happy because I love it when I don't have to worry about making sure all the kids have their winter coat, snow pants, gloves, scarf,and boots. The whole gang can all just walk right on out of the house and smell that wonderful fresh warm air, hop right into the vehicle and go! no need to make sure its all warmed up before hand!
ReplyDeleteOh goodness I totally am with you on that one! I hate to say it, but there were days when we all stayed inside just because I didn't think I could tackle the winter-wear chaos.haha
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That was beautifully said!! I am most looking forward to new memories made with friends, track season, my birthday, bike rides, and going outside without a coat!
ReplyDeleteThat all sounds so great! Now I really wanna ride a bike.haha
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I can't believe how fast time has gone either!
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It's exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time! haha Here's to slowing things down a bit this season:)
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nice Sweetheart... love you so ... Dad
ReplyDeleteI can't believe it has been a whole year already! It's seriously crazy how time flies. I'm looking forward to spending some time outside before it gets too insanely hot here in Texas. Lol!
ReplyDeleteOh goodness-I can't imagine! Here's to getting all you can out of the warm days before summer comes! haha
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Following your blog has been a pleasure,and I'd rather know a little of your struggles with the cheer than not know you all.
ReplyDeleteSpring...nothing compares to the flora bursting forth. It's a glorious gift of God.hope to see you and family out in it soon.
You're so wonderful to say that, thank you for your amazing support and encouragement! It really means so so much.
DeleteHave a great rest of your weekend ahead<3<3<3
Yeah, life can change a lot. You all are doing pretty well, Emily. 2016 is going to be a year of happiness for you.
ReplyDeleteI'm literally counting the days for Spring here in the UK. Eventhough the weather isn't going to change much (it rains all the time!). I just can't wait for barefoot time in the grass, for the flowers, for frappuccinos instead of Tchai Lattes, sunglasses and (hopeffully) loads of vitamin D on longer days.
I set up a blog recently so I hope the spring brings loads of inspiration!
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Thank you so much for your sweet comment:) You gave me a big smile today, and best of luck with your new blog!
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you are so inspirational.. you and your family are just beautiful and I wish you an amazing year. My first baby will be one in May and I cannot believe how fast times goes by with a child.. I am enjoying the moments! xxo
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Oh man I have so many birthdays coming, one in May as well. How are we gonna survive the feels?! haha Thanks for your sweet words Jamie, and I love your blog by the way!
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Hey Emily! I'm Kasia, nice to meet you! :)I have just watched your Periscope,i'm following you from Spain and i just wanted to tell you that really whatever you share, whatever the post is about, i'm always happy and excited to see it! :) You're such a charming person, even if it's a very short post or a photo on instagram it's always so nice to see something from you :) So i just wanted to tell you that you should just post whatever comes to your mind haha and i will be happy to see it, it always somehow brights me up, you don't have to worry at all about not being consistent. ( Sorry if I make language errors :)) I think that so many people just care about hearing from you, whatever it is , your life news, or tutorials or really whatever you want to share. Blogs are such an amazing place of connection between people and don't be afraid to use it for that! After all connection is, what gives to all of us humans most advantages and love. So! I send you some sun from sunny Seville and many many hugs :)
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Aww wow your comment just seriously made my day! I may frame it so I can look back and read it whenever I'm feeling nervous or insecure about sharing something, because people exactly like YOU are the reason I love to blog in the first place. I'm honored to have your sweet support and I hope you have a great rest of your day!
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Yesterday was our first warm day, and I couldn't contain my joy! Thanks for this beautifully-written description of that feeling!
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Thank you so much for your comment! I'm so glad things are warming up for you too:) THere's so much symbolism in the darkness and cold fading away to sunshine and the warmth on our skin. It's such a magical time of year:)
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