I have come to the conclusion that the real meaning behind the statement, "Everything happens for a reason." sometimes is that nothing happens.  I mean, the true message sometimes is when nothing changes.  There are no signs sent to support the decision to stay where I am. 

People think I'm crazy. I see it on their faces every time we talk about my plans.   I resigned without another job lined up.  I'm a single mother with 2 boys to worry about.  Why am I not worried?  I don't know but for some reason I feel like things are just going to work out.  Like Elizabeth Gilbert in Eat, Pray, Love, I don't know the how or when.  I just know that it will. And somehow that's all I need right now.

Adison is home with a concussion today.  I considered being very upset as I thought about all the things I need to do at work.  But then I remembered...I'm learning to ask for help when I need it, breathe when I feel stress setting in and remember that I only have a few short years to hold them when they are sick or sad.  I'm doing it!!!  I'm proud of myself for recognizing the need and doing it!!  I was NOT raised to do this or believe this was important. Thankfully, I have a sister, who is my best friend, to give me what we call, "A Coming to Jesus Talk"  when I need it!  Everything happens for a reason and on the very day last week when I thought I couldn't go on another step in several areas of my life, she gave me that talk.  As a result, I am on my second full week of healthy eating, exercise, taking time for myself most days, and feeling truly happy!  To many, this may sound like a small step, or even sound ridiculous to need.  But I believe I'm not the only one who needs this out there! 

I'm back!!!!!
6 months later, here I am deciding to return the world of blogging!  I am very excited to return to sharing my eventful life as a single mom!  

I have to say that I have THE BEST job in the world....I'm a mom!  My 2 boys are simply amazing and they amaze me more every day.  It has been en interesting fall and beginning of winter, to say the least.  But right now, right here....I am just thankful.  I am thankful for 2 amazing and wonderful boys, 7 wonderful years in a great teaching job, 18 wonderful years in the teaching profession, 3 wonderful parents, 1 truly beautiful sister with my new, healthy niece growing inside of her, many wonderful friends, and so many other things to be named in time! 

As of now, in a nutshell, I am taking one day at a time.  That's all I have inside of me.  That's all I can promise.  So....here is to my new life.....today!!