Things I wish I knew in my 20's or that I knew, but just didn't care to listen to.

1. Slow down, don't need to grow up so fast. While I am happy with my life, I do wish some things would of went smoother years ago. So if your very young and reading this, listen to me please, slow down and take time for yourself, prepare yourself with an education and/or explore those things you would like to do. 2. Puppy Love, sometimes is puppy love. Remember that high school love? That teenage love? I remember thinking that love was all that was needed, who cares about finances and all else. It took me a while, but I learned that it isn't enough.  Maybe it I should say it wasn't unconditional true love both ways. A combination of lack of respect, immaturity, poor finances and stress certainly rocked my first marriage.  Took it to the point that when he wanted to bail, I was a little relieved. Yes, I know some do truly find love at such age, but love is much more than just that. It's respect, trust, tolerance, lots and lots of patience and above all, a two way street. 3. Waiting isn't so bad. It really isn't. Patience is a virtue, easier said than done. Do you remember your parents saying that to you? And do you remember not listening? Haha! This applies to lots of things. From big life decision to making a purchase. I am in no way a patient person, but you live and learn for the next time around. 4. Raising kids is hard. I remember seeing children misbehave when I was pregnant with my oldest. My 21 year old mind said, "oh my kids won't be acting like that".  Here we are almost 13 years later and I'm stuffing my 2 year old's face with candy at the grocery store, just to keep him quiet.  I've been guilty of other "bad parenting" things, you know all those things you read in books and magazines when you were pregnant.  Real life is not books, haha!  And just wait for the adolescent years, your in for a treat! 5. Kids grow up quick. I gave birth my oldest at 21. Before I knew it, he's almost 13. Happens way to fast!  Enjoy them!  Having my son at 21 was different than being 30 and having children, at least in my opinion. I found it's more appreciated, not that I appreciated my 12 year old any less, he is the best thing that happened to me.  You see life and things a little different as you age. Some things become more important while others become less. 18 Months 12 years 6. Education is important but sometimes it's okay to not know what you want. I've known what I wanted to do as long as I can remember, but I do wish I had gone back to school and extended my education before life became so hectic. Some people don't know exactly what they want to do, and sometimes it's okay.  It's the desire to want to, that is more important.  That little spark to want to keep trying or motivation to keep looking for what one wants, is what is important. It's never to late learn and one should never stop thinking.  Thinking brings out great ideas and yields to awesomeness, yes I said awesomeness! 7. Never tell your marriage problems to your parents, family or close friends. Yes, this one sounds stupid, I know. I'm not talking about life changing things or dramatic things, I'm talking about those crazy little fights or those things that you will soon get over. Sometimes your husband and you, kiss and make up, while your family or friends sometimes have trouble getting over them.  I learned this the hard way with my first marriage. Even though we aren't together, I think there are a few things I regret sharing with people close to me. 8. Growing up is hard. So your married, or maybe your not.  Maybe you are single with kids. Or maybe marriage and kids are not your thing.  There comes that moment when things hit you in the face and you realize that petty problems and worries you once thought were big, are nothing to what you now face.  Life is not always easy and glamorous.   You will be stretched in different directions, not always will you stretch, not always will you be able to do all.   One thing is for certain things will be okay. 9.  Becoming your parent or parents is inevitable. Yes, you heard right.  You may not be an exact replica, but at times you will find you come close.  I find myself doing tons of things like my mom, at times I don't like it and try to modify it.  I try to embrace the good parts of it. 10. Family is important. Families come in all shapes and sizes. Composed of different types of people, friends, different personalities.  Relationships change, some for worse some for better.  If you asked me 10 years ago if I would be so close with my mom, I would of told you, you are crazy!

Good, good day

     Today was a good day. One of those days that leaves you smiling. Smiling way after dinner, after dirty diapers, after bedtime struggles and Sunday night shows. After your husband goes to bed and it's just you and your phone, your still smiling. I'm thankful for little days like this. Yes, it's one day in the midst of weeks of tiredness, sickness, stress and hospital stays. And because of that, it makes it more sweeter. 
     I am very thankful for the day, feel very blessed. Family time with the boys and my husband, picking strawberries. We went to Froberg's Farm, in wonderful 70 degree weather!  The kids enjoyed picking strawberries, we enjoyed watching them and of course I had some needed picture taking time.  The farm had plenty of fields of strawberries, wonderful staff, lots of fruit and veggies, homemade fried pies and a smoke house with tasty goodies!  If you are in the Houston area, you should definitely make a drive to Alvin and pay them a visit, so worth it!

   

    I can not finish without saying how wonderful the boys raglan and sweater top are.  They are super cute, comfortable, organic cotton and come from wonderful Quinn and Fox.  Check their clothing items and prints, we love them as well as the owners!  

Hard to get a picture of everyone, haha!