Letting Go

Well hello friends. With all the running around the last few months, its been a while since I’ve had the time to sit down and just sort of write and catch up.

Since changing career paths (3 weeks ago), I’ve been in this weird transition period. I’ve worked an office job, 9-5 for the past 17 years… oh my gosh, I can’t believe I just did the math and how it is possible its 17 years…**whisper under my breath** since I’m barely 29 =)

In all seriousness though, that is a long time!!! I have to confess. I’ve sort of felt like a fish out of water. Like I’m not sure what I’m doing, what I’m good at, where I’m going. Weird???

I don’t know if other mother’s feel like this, or I’m the only one, but right now I’m feeling a mix of emotions. I knew when I quit my job that it was the right move for me. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I had sort of made that job my security blanket. Sounds crazy to some of you I’m sure, but even if I was failing at being a mom, wife or home maker, I always knew I was good at my job. I know, i’m sounding crazy right?

Well so starting today, along with help from some dear friends and the hubs, I’m turning over a new leaf(that was for you steph)!!! What I’ve learned during this in-between time is that I’m no good at transitions and so its time this transition sh** to be over. Its time for something new. First up, letting go. Letting go of the security blank, or better yet the band aid of what “my career” is or was. From now on, when you ask me what “I do”, I will tell you. I am a mom, I am a wife, and I am a blogger. I am proud of what I do, and its time to rip off the band aid.

What’s second? Getting organized. I’ve been saying I’m trying to get organized the last few weeks, but I haven’t really done it. I mean, laundry and dishes are done, but full organization? Not so much! Distractions are happening left and right working at home, but I’ve committed to getting back to the organized person I once was! (I know, its hard for you to believe, but I really was once a very organized individual). Along with the organization, there are some exciting things coming up for the new year in that arena. I can’t quite share them with you yet, but I’ve been working to make 2014 a pretty stellar year for DNH and I can’t hardly wait to share it with you.

My husband and I heard this saying last year sometime and vowed to make it our 2013 resolutions

S.M.I.L.E.

S – Stop Eating Crap
M – Move More
I – Invest in Yourself
L – Let Go
E – Enjoy Yourself

No surprise, I haven’t been smiling enough this year. It has become our 2014 motto again, and so letting go is going to be the big one for me. From there, I know the possibilities are endless.

Alright, enough deep thoughts by Alli, now onto the fun stuff. Gear up for all the Christmas Fun we’re having this week. Are you all decorated? I’ve got a ton of ideas and thoughts coming your way, so watch for them.

This picture is one I took while in Kansas over Thanksgiving. I loved how beautiful the tree was without its leaves. Kind of naked. I can so relate as I’m feeling all vulnerable and exposed these days. =)

Happy Monday my friends. Don’t forget to SMILE!