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Maggie Whitley

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{we are all interconnected}

April 29, 2010 · 20 Comments
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OK.

So…

Yesterday I put out on the table that I was having a little bit of a rough day. Nothing “serious” — normal life things — but it was still rough. Stress, headaches, tension, nerves, doubt, guilt. Oh, should I stop now?! Just life in general… it wears on me if I don’t take enough time for myself. In fact, I’m noticing it wears on us all if we don’t take enough time for ourselves.

Know what I’m sayin’?

{Apparently at least 14 of you do because last I checked there were 14 comments on this post: {breathing space} :] }

Today is much better though. Zack and I had a lovely dinner {I even wore an apron while cooking because HELLO! white shirt + lasagna = a hott mess.} Then we caught up on some TV shows, ate some popcorn, smooched. It was really great. Very relaxing, no pressure or deadlines on my mind tonight.

As the evening winded down I said to Zack, Ya know, I’m really glad I have some great mentors in my life. People that are like 5-10 years +/- than me… they hear my little Gussy cries and just come running to share their wisdom. Totally love that!

Then Zack said, Oh, like me? I’m like 5-10 months older than you. And I come running when you cry.

Yes, 5 months, Z. But you’re right, you do come running to me…

:]

But as I was saying… there is such joy in this community. I love it. And to everyone that commented, didn’t comment, read my post and is yet to read my post — I’m praying for ya’ll!!!

We can accomplish so much more when we realize we aren’t alone.

So tell me, how are things for you today? Are they better?


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  1. hiyaluv says

    April 29, 2010 at 10:48 am

    I LOVE YOU GUSSY!!!!! Just your tweet brightened my night…I may still be down about what is going on but one thing is for sure-my chin is up, and I am determined to take control-or not take control but just “let go” and let God work…he will do what is best for me.

    So glad to hear that you are in better spirits!!!!

    smiles & luv to you!!!
    :)gina

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  2. Katie @ Making This Home says

    April 29, 2010 at 10:51 am

    yeah for a better day. and a husband full of love.
    -katie

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  3. Meg says

    April 29, 2010 at 10:52 am

    So good to hear that you are having a better day! You are an amazing person Maggie, i just want you to know that! You always have a positive message even on a not so positive day! This little blog world is just amazing, it’s good to know that sweet thoughts and comments are just a click away!
    xoxo~meg

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  4. mandiesmithsegura says

    April 29, 2010 at 10:55 am

    Aww, glad you’re doing better! :) I’m doing great! Almost finished with my first ever project actually using a real pattern! it’s taken forever, but it’s SEW cute! ;)

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  5. Amanda {Mimi Leigh} says

    April 29, 2010 at 10:58 am

    Read your post yesterday and these are my thoughts. I agree with you. Times can be tough. Days can be tough. And I have a lot of those, With a husband who works non-stop in a recording studio, two tiny kids, no family nearby to help me, us getting sick and doing it all myself all the time- I tend to feel down about things and start feeling sorry for myself. But that IS the devil whispering those doubts in my ear.

    Yes, I’m tired. Yes, I want some alone time. Yes, I would love to spend time with my husband. Waa waa waa. These are true feelings and warranted, but if I remember to stop myself, I can think these thoughts instead: I have a home. I have a husband. I have 2 healthy, perfect, funny, lovely children. I have food on my table. I have heat and air. I have water. And very importantly….I have FRIENDS who know what I’m dealing with. And on and on and on. My days are filled with stress, but at the end…..I have a great life overall. And God has blessed me by giving me this life. :) End of story. I promise.

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    • Gussy says

      April 29, 2010 at 11:16 am

      {{hugs}}

      thanks for sharing your heart, Amanda :]

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  6. kim says

    April 29, 2010 at 10:59 am

    sheesh. yesterday was ROUGH for me, too. today i woke up with the need to keep crying. and there came the waterworks. but there’s Hope. and that’s enough for me!

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  7. Becca @ Lovely Yellow Ribbons says

    April 29, 2010 at 11:20 am

    Oh, Maggie. You always make my happy!
    I’m glad you’re feeling better today.

    I was in a big funk yesterday, too.
    I’m pretty much over it now.

    Much love!

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  8. amy @ twirl bird's blog says

    April 29, 2010 at 11:56 am

    Your post came along yesterday as I was totally swamped, trying to finish up samples for my first big trunk show and worrying about whether I forgot to topstitch something or did I sew on the wrong size tab and will anyone even like my stuff and will it arrive on time to its destination??? I was at the point of asking myself, “how did I get into this mess?”

    When I read your post it just snapped everything back into perspective for me. Yes, I was running behind but heck, I still cranked out a ton of stuff in a short period of time. And I thought back to Saturday morning when I woke up and said a little prayer that I could just focus and get it all done. And you know what? I did. And my family stayed happy and fed and I didn’t fall to pieces. So there!

    Thanks again to you for your post and to everyone else who commented because it reminded me that I am not alone. I’m so new to blogging and I am really amazed at what a supportive community is out here waiting to lend a kind word of encouragement. I love it!

    Have a great great day!!

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  9. wishful nals says

    April 29, 2010 at 12:49 pm

    this is so sweet — and true. we are all inter-connected and this community — it brings joy. xo!

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  10. Tilly says

    April 29, 2010 at 12:49 pm

    Today is my breathing space day. Tomorrow will be better. I’m one step behind Gussy. Thanks for reminding me of the light. Loves.

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  11. Shandell says

    April 29, 2010 at 1:22 pm

    I read your post yesterday and had a rough start to mine today. I thought of your post and it was a good reminder that the devil does lurk and is at his worst when we ignore his presence instead of fight against it. I wrote a bit about that on my thankful post this morning.
    Hope your day is better today, mine is turning around!

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  12. Nikki says

    April 29, 2010 at 2:32 pm

    I had lunch with the Gussy girl! Yah!

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  13. Megan Lane says

    April 29, 2010 at 4:43 pm

    i’m so glad you had a relaxing evening with hubby and that you’re feeling much better today :) those kinda days are never fun.

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  14. Lisa G. says

    April 29, 2010 at 9:24 pm

    YES! I was having “one of those days” yesterday, too. For me, it lasted through the evening. Fixed itself right before bed and then this morning…well, today was MUCH better. I even blogged about it.

    I’m glad you’re feeling better!

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  15. Southern Gal says

    April 29, 2010 at 9:56 pm

    I’m glad you’re feeling better. I missed reading most of my blogs yesterday. I definitely would have left a comment for you if I had read it! Have a great weekend.

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  16. Julia says

    April 29, 2010 at 10:26 pm

    well, i got your posts by email, so i didn’t read the other one first, but you have a lovely community of awesome blog readers here who are all here to support you and each other. isn’t it great!

    my day was… well, ok. things at work have been frustrating lately, but it’ll be ok. i’m having a girls night tomorrow and I’m almost done with a sewing project i’ve been working on…. a growth chart for my kids.

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  17. Dawn Trest says

    April 29, 2010 at 10:43 pm

    I completely understand about the taking time for yourself…after a long day of teaching first graders I come home to my family…only to clean, cook dinner, etc…it’s so hard to find that time for just me. ( I do love them so, but sometimes you just need a break!)

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  18. Kate @ Songs Kate Sang says

    April 30, 2010 at 12:20 am

    Bless your heart. It is all going to be okay!

    You are so amazing! Keep shining. Your light is so beautiful!

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  19. Lindsay-Girl says

    May 2, 2010 at 7:41 pm

    xoxo sending Lindsay Girl love.
    CO is finished.
    I am going to be lazy.
    I survived.
    Love you and can’t wait to catch up.

    Reply

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