what a treat.
one of the things in life that makes me happy is waking up on the weekends really EARLY, long before the rest of my family gets up. Pouring myself a lovely cup of coffee and enjoying some time that is truly my own. It the only time I get that is completely free of feeling obligated to be doing something for others. I like to sit down in my office, with my steamy hot coffee, turn on some music, and let myself wander around the internet. ahhhhhhh.
I got to do that this morning, and then along came a sweet little surprise. My dear girl came sleepily up to my office gate, rubbing her eyes, and said, "Mommy? Would you like to go out to Genie's for breakfast this morning?"
It was like a Magical Morning. Time to myself, sweet words from Zoe, loads of hugs and kisses from all of 3 of them, and then a yummy breakfast out with my darling little family!!!! Pure heaven. Bliss.
here's me, looking happy:
Other good news: I am finally feeling nearly caught up and able to work on some really fun projects (ANGIE!!!). I've been feeling really overwhelmed for months, and it is so good to see a light at the end of the tunnel.
The daffodils are blooming, which to me means that my birthday is coming near. I will be 36 next friday. I keep reminding myself of the words a counselor once told me: "We are still struggling to grow into ourselves in our 30's, it is in our 40's when we fully blossom." Believing that makes getting another year closer to 40 much sweeter!!!
Zoe's birthday is 5 days after mine... she'll be FIVE!!!! I cannot freakin' believe it.
random thought: i want to pierce my nose. who's with me?
xo,
jen
heh. i love you. every great creative woman like you needs an alarm clock like me. how can we outsource me?
It was a nice saturday.
thank you~
Posted by: bearto | March 15, 2008 at 09:51 PM
I'll be 40 towards the end of the year and my daughter will be 10. Magical birthdays. I'll think I'll skip the nose piercing and go for a tattoo this round! And boy, I'm ready to blossom. Thanks for sharing wise words and a smile to boot!
Posted by: Cami | March 15, 2008 at 10:07 PM
Tis lovely to see your smiling face on my computer screen. Happy almost birthday to you as well, I hope it is filled with joy and lots of laughter. On the nose tip, YES YES YES! I love it, if I can ever get out of this day job I am right behind ya.
Posted by: Emily | March 16, 2008 at 12:25 AM
Let's go get our noses pierced together! If I don't chicken out!
xoxo
Posted by: carlyn | March 16, 2008 at 02:45 PM
My sweet friend,
Has your birthday surprise arrived yet? If not, I have ruined the SURPRISE from your surprise.... (I think I ruined it when I asked for your address, again!)....
Im craving a nice, tall, Bloody Mary this fine St.Pattys Day morn. Care to join me?
And nose piercing? DO IT! Im sooooo behind you on this. I will be there, in thought, to hold your hand, I promise! (I love mine...and cant imagine my face without it anymore)!
Happy Day to you...and Birthday week....Whens your next SJ trip? Im down for a visit.....(meaning, I will drive to see you, even for a quick 30 miute visit, I miss you THAT much!) xo
Posted by: Becca | March 17, 2008 at 08:09 AM
Look at you glowing! And to quiet moments. I love those.
Posted by: Jen | March 18, 2008 at 11:17 AM
you know I'm with you! I've had mine pierced since I was 32 (I'm 40 now!) I even had it done twice after the first one always had problems healing. The second time (on the other side) I had no problems. I love it still!
your morning sounded swell! I love the quiet and piece in the AM too!
xo, t
Posted by: tonya | March 18, 2008 at 07:11 PM
there's this site that sells those magnets ear jewelry that my friend got and I'm thinking of getting one, cause I hate needles :) will look for the site for u..
Maggie
Posted by: mlamarredesigns | March 19, 2008 at 03:28 PM
hooray for daffodils!
you look wonderful so happy.
-sara
Posted by: sara baldwin | March 31, 2008 at 08:00 PM
stunning photo of you, beautiful woman.
xoxo
Posted by: boho girl | April 02, 2008 at 11:30 AM