My regular readers have probably noticed I haven't been posting very often lately. Honestly, I just haven't felt like it!
Something I have noticed since moving myself and our family towards a slower, more simple, natural way of life, is that I seem to notice the changing of the seasons more, and I notice the effect of each season on me more. Does that makes sense? I am no longer distracted by television, shopping, rushing around to activities...living a quiet home life, I really feel each season in a deeper way.
Right now, obviously it is winter. Just the other day Ontario was the recepient of a snowstorm, and our area was the hardest hit of all. We got a foot of snow over the course of one afternoon and evening. I think we got a bit more snow last night, too. And it is cold this morning! Looking out the window next to the computer, I have to admit, I don't feel like venturing out there.
The view from my livingroom window. See the squirrel tracks going from tree to tree?
I feel blessed and glad that I am a stay at home mom, that I can stay warm and cozy and relax here in our home with my children. It feels right to me this time of year to do this. Don't worry, I still make sure we all get some fresh air now and then...but in general, I feel like I am moving at a slower pace than at other times of the year.
Hence the reduction in blog posts. It seems that there is so much to write about in the spring and summer, but right now pretty much all I am doing is reading, needlework, a bit of sewing, relaxing on the couch...all inside stuff which doesn't seem worthy to talk about. (Of course I am also kept busy by the everyday work of cooking, cleaning and homeschooling, but that stuff you really don't want to hear about, do you?)
It doesn't help I'm sure that I am also very pregnant. This definitely makes me move more slowly than usual, and it's all I can do to find the energy to get organized for our new arrival (which, by the way, we are expecting in late March or early April).
The view I see when I look down. Notice no feet?
Right now I am working on moving Jasper into the same bedroom as Owen (he currently sleeps in our room) since we will soon have another little one sharing our bedroom. Normally this wouldn't be a big deal, but right now I feel like it's a lot of work, all that organization, cleaning up toys and moving clothes around! I still have to pull out all the newborn clothes and go through them, too. I wonder when I will get around to it.
I probably sound lazy, and the truth is, I have felt a bit lazy lately. But I'm okay with that. Winter has always been a time for humanity to rest and think before the flurry of activity that comes with spring. So I am embracing this feeling of slowing down. And I also know that soon, with a newborn around, rest will become much harder to come by. So I should enjoy it while I can, right?
Which is all my roundabout way of saying, I'm sorry I haven't been posting all that much--but this is likely not going to change for a while. While I do look forward to the green grass and breezy walks of spring, right now I am enjoying doing less, just relaxing while I await the coming of spring and a new life to our home.
A Round about way ...okay. You are looking very round right now, but soon that will all change. You nesting instinct will come in and you will want to go through the baby stuff and change thing around. Don't push yourself. My guess is you are going a lot of important stuff but your brain is not registering that.It is more difficult when you have small ones still under foot. I hope Owen likes his new sleeping arrangement!
Posted by: Marlyn | February 22, 2011 at 10:44 AM
I just found your blog! I love it and will be returning often for more entries :)
I love the woodwork your husband does it is beautiful.
I also saved the bib pattern you posted, now to get my grandmother's machine out and make some for my girl. I have no idea what happens to her bibs; I think the dog eats them.
Posted by: Melissa | February 23, 2011 at 02:21 AM
Good luck with the new little one on the way....I too have trouble blogging in the winter...just doesn't seem as much fun as it usually is!
Posted by: Only in Louisiana - documenting the adventures we call life | February 23, 2011 at 01:39 PM
I think it is important to take the time to rest just as everything else is. There is a season for everything.
Posted by: Kimberly | February 26, 2011 at 12:14 AM
Just go with the flow, the cold weather and your pregnancy will all slow your body down, listen to it and do what is necessary when needed - enjoy.
Love the new photo...
Posted by: Brenda | February 26, 2011 at 05:59 AM