Slowing Down

I decided the theme for my life thus far is slowing down.  I know this sounds crazy because nothing about my life and this transition has been slow but  i t   h  a   s    c  o   m  e.

The kids have had off this entire week and I have been waking up most days around 9 or 10.  This is standard on weekends.

My flat most often is pretty messy because there is little room for anything to go and I am ok.  It also only takes like 1 hour to clean the entire thing.

The almost daily rain at some point and cold make it more enjoyable to drink tea and spend the day inside.

It takes time to get anywhere so I really have to weigh whether or not what I want is worth the trip and then the hassle of carrying it home.  Also, I may be literally smashed between a crowd of people.  See also comments on weather above.

I could have my hair and makeup perfect and within minutes of leaving home they are trashed.  So most days I feel freedom for no makeup and my hair in a bun.  See also comments on weather and public transportation above.

Jon and my kids are truly my only daily companions which is sad but has also forced me to get to know them better.

I spend at least an hour on public transportation a day.  Always about 35 min. every day taking and picking the kids up from school.  I pray more.  I think more.  I give God a little more time to speak to me.

Of course this slowing down has also made me addicted to Pinterest.