Okay, my sister Liz wants me to post something..so here I go with some random thoughts (hey, maybe it will help me clear out all of the craziness going on inside my mind-most likely not, but here I go anyway). I'm trying to figure out exactly what I want to do. Now, of course my main priority is being a mom, but in true Mills/ Bobo fashion my mind won't let me "just be a mom"...no, no...instead I am constantly thinking about what I could be doing in conjunction with being a mom. I want to be a party planner/decorator (weddings, showers, birthdays..I have sooo many fun inexpensive ideas!!), I want to do photography and make distressed art with people's family/ wedding pictures, I want to open up a small salon where I can do my aesthetics and also go to people's homes and have spa parties where I would sell high-end makeup that's actually good for your skin and sell it at a discount, I want to be an author and am currently working for my father-in-law helping him write a book about the Sundance Kid. I truly am happy being a mom and doing all that goes along with it. I don't really want my mind to be working in overdrive thinking and planning making it almost impossible for me to go to sleep at night. How in the World do I turn off this mind of mine? Or better yet, how do I take all of this misplaced creativity and use it for something appropriate for what I need (like thinking of fun ways to teach Mikayla how to do things).
Well, I am setting up an Etsy account for my art work. I'll get that info on here as soon as I can. And if anybody needs any fun party and/or decorating ideas, just let me know! And if you need a facial or some make-up...well, I'm your gal.
4 comments:
I know the feelings you are having very well! I also about wanting to be the best mommy, but also feeling torn because I want something for myself as well. I honestly believe there is nothing wrong with having a bit for yourself. Especially because the kiddos will see being fulfilled and working at something. I am working on some stuff and the kids seem to have more of me when I feel like I am doing something for me.
All I can say is that you are allowed to change your mind! If you start the photography and realize that aesthetics is more of what you want or vice versa or with something else, then GO FOR IT! Sure your hubby might not be "into it" (Devin isn't really "into" what I am doing....so what!
It would be fun for both of us to take all our kidlets to the park when you are here and just practice taking pictures of them. Let's talk about this stuff in depth when you are here...oh...I can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ruth .... HELP !!! I need some cheap well not cheap looking idecorating ideas ......
I think it's fantastic you have been blessed with a creative and active mind. It's not something you should squander if you have the time and energy and drive to do so. I'm excited for you to get involved in whatever you can! Good luck! Keep us posted!!
LOL I sound just like you. I want to be an author, massage therapist, cake decorator...I know what you mean. For me its like if I decide to do this will I be able to have time for the kids and teach them what they need. Plus wanting to feel more financially supportive is a drive for me too. Every talent that's learned can be put into a good use for you, you're family, or some random stranger. As long as it makes you happy in Spirit/body/mind its okay to do all that. You're a Jane-of-all-trades!
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