Whether it's hot or raining... (Newsletter 4/8/19)
Happy Monday Happy Mom!
Last week there were a few instances that lead me to resolve to STOP COMPLAINING! I went to a yoga class on Saturday and had to hold positions for a while. The instructor said, "I know this may be hard, but complaining wonʻt make it easier." That really got me thinking. That can be applied to difficult life situations. Sometimes when we are going through tough times, we complain, but complaining doesnʻt make it better. It actually prevents us from problem-solving and makes us more anxious or angry.
My kids love the song "Round and Around" by a local group,
Kolohe Kai. The song says,
Everyoneʻs got their problems,
Letʻs focus on the good, we can solve ʻem
Whether itʻs hot or raining,
Letʻs stop complaining.
We got some living to do.
I resolve to make a conscious effort to not complain. Like today we had a surprise faculty meeting after school. My first thought was to text my husband and complain since it threw off my afternoon plans, but I held my tongue- or fingers. And I felt good. Complaining actually does not make me feel better. Complaining invites a negative vibe. And I'm pretty sure I've turned people off by complaining.
I want to be a more positive person. I mean, I think of myself as a happy and grateful person. But I do complain a lot, especially to my husband. So from today on, I will live life with more intention and gratitude. Just like the song says, "We got some living to do."
I hope you go into this week with more joy, less grumbling, more intention, less fumbling. Let's stop complaining and do more recognizing of the good things in our lives.
Please share what you chose to do for YOU on the Happy Moms Facebook page. I hope you all have the best week ever. Put a priority on yourself. Make time! Get Happy! You are worth it!!!
What's on the Menu this week?
MONDAY: Pork Roast and Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus (yes, again!)
TUESDAY: Burrito Bowls
WEDNESDAY: Tuna Melts with Avocado and Tomato
THURSDAY: Big Green Salad with Dinonuggets or DiGiorno Pizza
FRIDAY: Spinach Ravioli
SATURDAY: Arugula Salad on Naan with Pesto
SUNDAY: Spinach Chicken Bake
What's happening at Happy Moms?
Check out my new article about appreciating time spent with loved ones on the website. Also, join me for my LIVE Mommy Chat on Friday 6:30 pm Hawaii time at fb.me/happymomhappyfamilycom
What's happening in my Home?
We are winding down in the school year and the kids are trying to get the best grades possible. Also, we are anxiously awaiting Kaylen's return home in a few weeks.
Have a Happy week! Please let me know if I can be of help in any way with making time for yourself. If you need a pep talk to realize your worth, feel free to email me at mahele@happymomhappyfamily.com and please post comments or suggestions on my Happy Moms Facebook page.
Happily Yours,
Mahele
