I wish I could say that it has been a lazy slow summer but, in fact, it has been a rather lazy fast summer, flying by so rapidly that I wonder if it’s just perception or if time itself has actually quickened. Whatever the case, July is fading and the only thing on my bucket list (to win a pie contest) never materialized, though I did successfully host one. If you’re looking for a relatively easy family or community event, you might appreciate the photos, ideas, and a printable judge’s tally sheet below.
100% agree on how much the children, and family benefit from the mother at home! I tried one year working out of the house, and it messed up our entire family rhythm. I believe it is for each family to decide on, but we saw the difference and it was not something to try to keep pushing through. There is a lot of sacrifice made in that decision, but beyond worth it! I never read the books you recommended, and look forward to exploring them!
And yesss to mothers taking time to care for themselves, we truly cannot care for those we love the most if we don’t prioritize our own wellness. Not always easy to do, but essential!
100% agree on how much the children, and family benefit from the mother at home! I tried one year working out of the house, and it messed up our entire family rhythm. I believe it is for each family to decide on, but we saw the difference and it was not something to try to keep pushing through. There is a lot of sacrifice made in that decision, but beyond worth it! I never read the books you recommended, and look forward to exploring them!
And yesss to mothers taking time to care for themselves, we truly cannot care for those we love the most if we don’t prioritize our own wellness. Not always easy to do, but essential!