Well hello Mamas! Where has the time gone and how can we be entering in to the last weeks of school/Mops?! I don't know about you but I am always amazed at how hectic this time of year can feel. As a former teacher it was always a busy season too and knowing how I felt as an educator, I am certain it may feel the same for our school aged kiddos. Even as parents we may be feeling different stresses as we prepare for the home stretch. Extra events are piled on the calendar, sports activities multiply as the weather improves, end of the year parties are planned and the lists go on.
It has me thinking about several things. One being how thankful I am to have the time with you all every couple weeks, to refresh, share our stories and encourage one another. To fill our tanks and face the week ahead. It is truly a blessing. Also reflecting on all that I have learned alongside you ladies. The wonderful speakers, the lessons and the wisdom we gain from being together. Specifically, that whole piece we heard on breathing and some simple relaxation has been beneficial to me as of late.
Today I stopped the piles of laundry, the dishes, the many many to do's. I could feel my chest tightening as I ran through through how everything would possibly get done. I remembered to stop and take a breath, actually many deep breaths ;)... We headed outside, enjoyed the swings and breathed it all in. Sometimes, in fact most times, I think it is ok to take a break and step away. Isn't that what we are doing while we enjoy each other's company each week? What a wonderful gift!
Glad as always to have your company this year and hoping you take a little time to slow down when things get tight or just a little too busy. Stay tuned for some upcoming announcements and open positions for our MOPS groups in the next week or so.
Thanks so much you all and happy May!
Annie
Upcoming Dates:
5/4 and 5/18 MOPS Meetings 9:30-11:30 a.m.
5/12 and 5/26 NCPC Play Dates 10:00-11:30 a.m.
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