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Maggie Whitley

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Welcome back to the internet, Maggie!

May 21, 2015 · 10 Comments
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Where have I been the last thirteen days? Oh, not any one place really, but also everywhere. (Yes, that makes total sense.)

+ I hadn’t been running much, so Monday of this week I re-dedicated myself and it feels so good. I’ve been running to a park that has a HUGE hill. Every day I push myself to run up it (with the stroller) just a few more feet than the day prior.

+ My sister-in-law was visiting from Michigan, so we had lots of time for sister chats and girl stuff and kiddo play time, and even a few quick dates with Zack.

+ I’ve also been a little quiet on the inside. Not too much thinking (it’s harder to stop thinking than one would realize), and definitely more “going with the flow”, and also shush-ing any and all nonsense-ness.

+ Yesterday I plowed through a bunch of home projects. Tiffany flew home and suddenly the laundry basket exploded, so I’ve been doing a lot of wash and toy organizing. Our neighbor gave me a set of four retro chairs (they are yellow!), so I’ve been having fun switching out our chairs.

+ We’ve been playing music and making plans for this weekend. Hooray! to an extended long holiday weekend coming soon…

+ I finished reading The Husband’s Secret. I’m absolutely in love with the author’s writing style. Have you read any of her books?

I’ve also been pondering this thought: what if I spent the next 30 days with intentional Kindness? Do kind things, say kind things, feel kind things. As a lady it’s ridiculously too easy to compare myself and compare others, which is so silly! I saw a mama the other day while out on a morning run with the kids. She looked happy, she looked beautifully confident, she had on a great outfit (dark patterned leggings, a blush-colored t-shirt and a faded maroon cargo vest. She was with her little boy near the fountains, and she looked so carefree.

I wanted to bottle up what I saw, how it looked like she felt. There was a sense of peace about her.

And in a sense, I think that’s why I unintentionally took a mini break from publishing a blog post. I’m working through a few projects (they are taking foreverrrr to complete, blergh), and I’m protecting my thoughts so I don’t take a single day at home with my family for granted. I can’t do everything I want to do all at once, perfectly, but I can do the most important things very well.

So that is my focus: do a little bit, but give it my best.

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  1. Amy Cornwell says

    May 21, 2015 at 4:07 am

    Love this. Such wisdom.

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  2. Elizabeth S says

    May 21, 2015 at 5:00 am

    “…but I can do the most important things very well.” Amen!!! Thanks, dear one <3

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    • Maggie Whitley says

      May 21, 2015 at 9:16 am

      #highfive

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  3. Sarah says

    May 21, 2015 at 8:34 pm

    I love these thoughts Maggie! I just admire and applaud how you are approaching this season of your life. Taking it slow and doing a few things very well, guarding your thoughts, doing your best at self-care so you can truly be present for your family… that is absolutely perfection. You’re amazing and I’m so impressed with your attitude. :)

    PS I know what you mean about seeing peace and contentedness in another person and making note of how that looks. I was at the park one day (one frustrated, kids bickering, very tired day) and there was a grandma there with her little grandson. She had this huge smile and looked like she was enjoying every second. And I looked at her and thought: OK, take note – that lady? she’s a smiler. I can tell by her eyes, She’s the lady who is always doing her best to present a smile no matter what challenges are going on in life. Because there are always challenges. But she is SMILING and I want to be/feel/look like that. It was so profound and I think of her often (while I’m reminding myself to smile, usually)…

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    • Maggie Whitley says

      May 26, 2015 at 1:41 pm

      I mean, really. You’ve said it all wonderfully and I couldn’t agree more. I so enjoy your comments, Sarah :) You’re wise. I’m so glad you’re a part of this community. ♥.

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      • Sarah says

        May 26, 2015 at 7:57 pm

        Aw, thank you for saying so Maggie! I can always deeply identify with the things/perspective you post about, so I guess we’re kindred spirits. :)

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  4. Laura says

    May 22, 2015 at 4:46 am

    Love this post! Your apartment looks so cute, have fun with those new chairs!

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    • Maggie Whitley says

      May 26, 2015 at 1:39 pm

      I’m LOVING the chairs. Seriously, yellow may be my new favorite furniture color.

      Reply
  5. Laura says

    May 22, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    Good for you, girl. First off, SO glad you had some good time with Tiff. What a gem, that girl! Secondly, hats off to you for taking time for what you felt like you needed to do. We all have those days/weeks/seasons. Have an awesome day, Maggie!

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    • Maggie Whitley says

      May 26, 2015 at 1:38 pm

      Thank you Laura, so sweet of you!

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ABOUT MAGGIE WHITLEY DESIGNS:
Maggie Whitley weaves her writings around joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith, and simple living. She homeschools her children, enjoys a quiet room while reading, and roars with laughter over the challenges & delights of motherhood. Maggie and her husband, along with their four young children, live in northern Michigan. She has been writing online since 2008.
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