About two weeks ago I got the idea that I needed an Etsy shop. A lot of bloggers have little shops on Etsy
and I started thinking I should, too. I spent my free time on the Etsy website and researched
what was already being sold. I began collecting ideas and thinking about names.
Then last week I got a little
overwhelmed and I had to talk it out with my husband. I had forgotten motherhood
is a job. In the best way, it's a job. I don't need to fill my day or my resume
with anything else. I don’t need to have
anything else to show for my time.
But Ty won’t be a baby forever
(another reason to keep him as the only thing “on my plate”) so we also talked
about some other dreams and passions I have.
I want to write. I enjoy blogging. I’m involved in a new writers group here in
Charleston. (check it out Voices: Write to be Heard) And
maybe one day I will have my very own shop.
So I’m thankful I was reminded of
my true passion before I wandered down a road of distraction and missed out on any
opportunities to mother.
PS This post was inspired byJessi. After I read her post I realized
it wasn’t that I didn’t have time in my schedule but I was choosing to fill my
schedule with wife and mommy stuff. It’s
all about choosing.
So true! And, don't forget you are gathering so much material to write about as you walk each day as a wife and mother. Material that is and will be such a blessing to other women who come behind you! I'm so blessed to know you, Abbie!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jennifer. Jason and I had to look at what I really wanted to do. I wish I could do it all, but right now I just can't do everything and be the best mommy. I don't want to miss out on anything Ty does. Thank you for your sweet words. I am having so much fun spending time with you, too!
ReplyDeleteAbbie