In my first blog I focused on organizing kids only...now, after a recent move and dealing with the 9 months post move fallout I feel the need for fellowship with my moms! This blog will focus on the many needs, pitfalls and solutions that we as busy moms all need to know about to make our lives easier. I will also be addressing topics that You want to know about. If you would like to see a particular subject addressed contact me and let's figure it out together!
Recently my youngest started Kindergarten and I was a little lost for a week or two. Bayne and I made a plan 5 yrs ago and we had arrived at the doorstep of our goal's front door. We made it! In 2005 I made a decision to walk away from a high stress job for a demanding corporation. I existed for as long as I could in that environment until I could take no more of it. The abuse that goes on sometimes in cubbie hell is astonishing. I remember being in the ladies room one morning pregnant with my first son, Baylor, whom I suffered morning sickness the whole time. I had a manager come in and tell me to get back out on the floor making calls. I never let that resentment go, it literally felt like she punched me in the stomach. But the...
So, I assume from the title some of you are ROFL saying "Melissa, WHAT free time?" Yea, yea, me too a few years ago, but I sat down for the first time this week since having my boys 7 yrs ago and realized I in deed have free time, furthermore, I've always had free time! But, did I make the most of it?
After taking baby steps all these years with a long term goal and a husband in agreement we seemed to have reached it. We had a 5 yr plan after Owen was born, I would stay at home with him until he started Kindergarten and then I would grow my own business or go back to work. I had no idea WHAT I was going to do but I gave it to God. All I knew was that after 7 years in the newspaper industry I was NOT going to go back to...
As some of you know I have been a certified therapeutic riding instructor for the last few years and am proud to be a part of a wonderful program. This past weekend I attended a conference for our region. One course I attended was titled "putting your best hoof forward" and was about preparing your horse for show. During that class our expert explained that some people actually trim their horses eyelashes back…which is bad, because their eyelashes allow them to be aware of approaching danger. They are "feelers" and allow the horse to prepare for fight or flight. It resonated with me for some reason I think mostly because lately I've been a poor judge of character. People I never would have thought would act so ugly have shown me...
This past week my husband started going out on the road more. Hotel business centers are less than tolerable, so I agreed to let him take my laptop. Now, this is a major thing for me! For the better part of one year I know I have been on one so many times during my day it is sad to look at it closely. Maybe 14 hours? Not ALL at once, but added up throughout the day, yes likely.
With two evenings to read, catch up with my boys, go through magazines in the house…I realized I had more time to be present and less distracted. I slept better and went to bed easier than normal.
After a few recent stressful months I recently began experiencing anxiety attacks again. Sometimes, life just gets to be too much. I know everyone...
As I type this morning the sun is coming in so warm through the window. It makes it feel out here on the porch like autumn is somewhere in the air. This summer has been a transformative summer for sure. With one child beginning 2nd grade and the other kindergarten it is obvious I have had little ones for a while. Coming to terms with the fact we have no babies anymore has been rougher than I thought. But, we must look at the bigger picture.
As Bayne is getting ready to hit the road heavier and heavier we have been talking about how we did this before, 2 years ago still in
We made it through another July 4th weekend. Filled with everything that is "summer-time" and what happened July 5th? Back to School went up on the shelves at Wal-Mart!
The calendar is starting to fill, pages over the coming months throw me from a catapult back into the reality that the schedule is coming!! Will I be in a frenzy trying to pull it all together last minute this year?
We have been really bad these last few weeks. Boys going to bed at 10:30 and sleeping until 9am. But I had made this pact with my self that I was going to let them both enjoy themselves. This would be the last summer before Owen went to kindergarten and the rest of their life was mandatory.
I watch Housewives of New Jersey (and all the others) religiously! One week I noticed every time they would visit Caroline Manzo's pad she would have some delicious snack prepared, while wiping off counters and pouring her guests a festive beverage. Always on the ready. Now I know most of those women have housekeepers but some I think are naturally that talented. How is it they run charities, businesses, lunch with girlfriends, a game of tennis and photo shoots all while managing a household and the family that goes in it. Is it realistic or even healthy for us to be that on the go and motivated. But then we also see the fabulous vacations they take too! AND spa trips!!
As many of you know I had a small procedure this week and my mother was in town to help out with the kids while I recovered. But, last week I booked a 4 day project in Montgomery. My client was recovering from an injury and had to work from home for 6 weeks. While she was home she had decided to take advantage of the opportunity and de-cluttered her whole home. I was able to take a box to her, have her sort it and make decisions instead of my usual homework assignments.
Having the ability to do this without having to go back to her normal routine was great because she was able to move at her own pace. In the end, this client was my biggest donator on...
Discouragement, Hope and Victory. Three words that I feel sum up the majority of our emotions! Throw in a little Fear and we come to a standstill.
With my current situation I have for this past week pondered difficult situations I am about to face even folks from my past I have never looked forward to seeing again. Along with a strong pull to do something new, to be happier, to live longer and most importantly live according to God's Plan for me.
Melissa Searcy is a professional organizer and independent decorator now living in Jasper, AL. Formerly of Montgomery, Melissa owns Lulagrace Interiors where she was a regularly featured guest on morning television and had articles featured in the local newspaper and many local monthly publications. For more information you may visit her at www.lulagrace.com. Melissa is also a member of the Facebook community at Facebook.com/melissa.searcy or on Twitter at Twitter.com/LulagracePO.
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