tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.comments2023-09-10T02:02:41.395-07:00Seeking Contentmentsf momhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06740296471060429591noreply@blogger.comBlogger93125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-39605583377184743842011-03-06T20:24:27.031-08:002011-03-06T20:24:27.031-08:00Nat: Release the "shoulds" immediately!...Nat: Release the "shoulds" immediately! Perhaps we can both just become more aware and end the obsessive part of it...together. I'm grateful for your support. Thanks.sf momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06740296471060429591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-48913708890099018112011-03-06T08:46:43.334-08:002011-03-06T08:46:43.334-08:00You can write about your CPD as often as you like!...You can write about your CPD as often as you like! I like reading about it. Though, since I have the same problem, you have me wondering if I should be more upset about it. As I've mentioned earlier, I go through stages - a recent pregnancy scare (it ended up being NO big deal at all - but, until I got it checked, I was scared) had me picking my arms, back, face, etc. But, since it's Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12454813128229998637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-5382462419894009452011-03-06T08:44:17.025-08:002011-03-06T08:44:17.025-08:00I'm so happy you are holding on to your dream!...I'm so happy you are holding on to your dream! Good for you!<br /><br />I feel the same way about lactation consulting. Though I know I have a long ways to go and need a lot of help with talking soft, patiently and kindly with moms, I know, with time and proper guidance, I'll overcome my fear that I'm "not good enough." <br /><br />I look forward to reading more about your Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12454813128229998637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-28947055328620654352011-02-24T06:10:01.216-08:002011-02-24T06:10:01.216-08:00Oh T, I wish I could be there to give you a great ...Oh T, I wish I could be there to give you a great big hug! I'm sorry that I haven't been to this space recently. You've been on my mind lately...bekihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07098266291379326565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-26920267162493641022011-02-10T06:41:24.058-08:002011-02-10T06:41:24.058-08:00I love your grey bag! I believe it is felted. Th...I love your grey bag! I believe it is felted. The lining and flower make it look so professional. All of your knitting is beautiful, and it's great that it's helping you change your habits. Keep up the good work!laurahttp://theaccomplisheddaydreamer.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-64702278889610933622011-02-05T11:11:50.145-08:002011-02-05T11:11:50.145-08:00I have a the same problem and I applaud you for ta...I have a the same problem and I applaud you for tackling this. <br /><br />In fact, my three sisters, my mother and my father do it. It's a joke among our husbands who think we're super gross. I used to have a really bad problem with it. I have scars on my arms from picking at black heads - but, they were clear ones and no one would have noticed had I not picked.<br /><br />For the most Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12454813128229998637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-87207093986118703082011-01-30T07:44:56.987-08:002011-01-30T07:44:56.987-08:00Thanks David. I'm not sure how to fix it, but...Thanks David. I'm not sure how to fix it, but I'll look into it.sf momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06740296471060429591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-66702340016151114752011-01-29T17:23:58.734-08:002011-01-29T17:23:58.734-08:00Hey, I am checking this blog using the phone and t...Hey, I am checking this blog using the phone and this appears to be kind of odd. Thought you'd wish to know. This is a great write-up nevertheless, did not mess that up.<br /><br />- DavidAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-88680608785177668062011-01-12T13:35:22.686-08:002011-01-12T13:35:22.686-08:00Trish, I need to find someone to help me out a bit...Trish, I need to find someone to help me out a bit. Matt doesn't really support holistic treatments and either does the military (Tricare). So, it's out of pocket and I know they can be pricey. It's why I haven't dived in. But, I want to! I'm hoping the vestibular specialist I get referred to does holistic meds. Many Germany physicians do. Here's hoping! When a clinic thatNataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12454813128229998637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-34578281561636498112011-01-11T19:39:47.087-08:002011-01-11T19:39:47.087-08:00Natalie: I did a cleanse for 3 weeks that sounds ...Natalie: I did a cleanse for 3 weeks that sounds very similar to your GAPS diet. I had herbal supplements, but had no caffeine (my coffee!), dairy (not even yogurt), wheat (no bread or pasta), meat, fruit, or sugar. The hardest part was not having coffee. I love coffee. I felt A-M-A-Z-I-N-G afterwards and look forward to doing it again in the spring.<br /><br />I did this cleanse at the sf momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06740296471060429591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-27618951936329832372011-01-11T11:48:22.149-08:002011-01-11T11:48:22.149-08:00My Meniere's disease is wrecking havoc. So, I&...My Meniere's disease is wrecking havoc. So, I'm doing a very modified GAPS diet. I've cut out caffeine, sugar (except a bit of GMO-free Xylitol), most dairy, GRAINS (that's a biggie), and alcohol. If this doesn't help, I'll have to go full on GAPS. Research it if you have a chance. It's HELL. The foodie in me has a broken heart just thinking about it. And, I don't Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02491605584777030663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-58543731774179296902011-01-07T10:07:21.670-08:002011-01-07T10:07:21.670-08:00I totally agree with this! However, for me, it'...I totally agree with this! However, for me, it's means being more focused on what I'm doing when I'm doing it. So, if I'm playing with my daughter, no getting up to answer the phone, get the laundry, etc. It means giving her undivided attention for a specific amount of time. I'm sure it will make us all happier!Tracey Velthttp://magpiestyle.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-64045417339317593092010-08-22T01:13:26.102-07:002010-08-22T01:13:26.102-07:00I believe we are as opposite as opposite can be, b...I believe we are as opposite as opposite can be, but I see that you like to read, and I am close to finishing a short story...and it does look like we both strive for contentment and like beck ;)<br />http://attemptcontentment.blogspot.com/S.J.Huffmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10601292076364315645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-71750272440013368942009-05-07T12:28:00.000-07:002009-05-07T12:28:00.000-07:00I would love to do a family session for you all ne...I would love to do a family session for you all next time I'll be in SF/Fremont! I am shooting a wedding in Placerville on July 25th and am planning on driving out to stay with a friend in Pleasanton fo a week after that. Please do keep in touch! A good book I just read was An Unlikely Disciple (about this dude that transferred from Brown University to attend that Christian school that Jerry Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-20309324642161079722009-04-15T01:12:00.000-07:002009-04-15T01:12:00.000-07:00I would love reviews of your books-but, actually, ...I would love reviews of your books-but, actually, you kind of did that on Goodreads. I'm adding them to my list! They sound great.<br /><br />We are so busy too. Friends currently, Ireland end of the month, then girls wknd in Evora, and then Matt is gone a lot before we move. If we make it to the Algarve, we'll be lucky. URGH. <br /><br />I'm still exercising, but finding it hard to eat really Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02491605584777030663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-77050318674549985592009-01-26T21:20:00.000-08:002009-01-26T21:20:00.000-08:00Great! Feel the seem in this dark Finland. No exer...Great! Feel the seem in this dark Finland. No exercise=depression, laziness, not motivated. You know...Battle Maidenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16385277161277268904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-65862065187731695312009-01-26T07:28:00.000-08:002009-01-26T07:28:00.000-08:00You rock! I need to exercise more. I have a ton of...You rock! I need to exercise more. I have a ton of energy now that I've lost weight. But, I know I'd have even more energy and less grumpiness if I worked out more often! I'm in the gym twice a week doing weight training. But, it's just not enough.Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02491605584777030663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-11958641204665032372008-11-10T03:47:00.000-08:002008-11-10T03:47:00.000-08:00People should read this.People should read this.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-54198476772184118682008-10-05T14:39:00.000-07:002008-10-05T14:39:00.000-07:00I'm so happy to read this! Go ES! Olivia loves sch...I'm so happy to read this! Go ES! <BR/><BR/>Olivia loves school. And, I'm still in shock b/c she is totally immersed! Just after one month, and only a few hours a day, she answers her teachers questions in English(asked in Portuguese) and they have her repeat back in Portuguese. She has several friends (they run up to her when we drop her off). She's doing great and BEGS BEGS BEGS to stay all dayNataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02491605584777030663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-29824010884004540732008-08-27T10:17:00.000-07:002008-08-27T10:17:00.000-07:00That is a start! I will never forget the first tim...That is a start! I will never forget the first time I jumped off a pier when I was a kid. It was so frightening. And that anxiousness that you mention can be palatable. So cheers to you for being so brave! I can tell you that now... one of my favorite parts about going to Arrowhead is waking up early in the morning and running off that pier into the icy water. Hope you had a good time. I just Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-8562624228554515722008-08-27T10:14:00.000-07:002008-08-27T10:14:00.000-07:00Great pictures! Your girls are adorable.Great pictures! Your girls are adorable.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-67477660086547812932008-08-25T21:31:00.000-07:002008-08-25T21:31:00.000-07:00Now these pics are comment worthy! I Just Love CC,...Now these pics are comment worthy! I Just Love CC, she is someone special. How cute is an embaressed one year old. Oh my lord, she is precious!<BR/><BR/>And ES letting you know she knows the real deal about bugs compared to hogs? that is REAL love and understanding!<BR/><BR/>Give up the question, my friend. You do have it all!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-35122635632904571012008-08-24T21:52:00.000-07:002008-08-24T21:52:00.000-07:00What a cutie! I can't believe our widdle-oldest ar...What a cutie! I can't believe our widdle-oldest are 3 1/2 year olds. The cake for your one year old is quite creative, I just did the plain carrot cake everyone else does!Battle Maidenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16385277161277268904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-9831701386665106432008-08-24T18:37:00.000-07:002008-08-24T18:37:00.000-07:00She is beautiful! What a shame, I don't think I h...She is beautiful! What a shame, I don't think I had ever seen her! Give her a happy birthday kiss for me!!! Love, LeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995226.post-27508806467029302202008-08-23T18:18:00.000-07:002008-08-23T18:18:00.000-07:00The girls are just adorable! Great pics.The girls are just adorable! Great pics.Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02491605584777030663noreply@blogger.com