Less than perfect
Yesterday was a less than perfect pregnant day. Not a catastrophic day, just a less than perfect day. A day where I likely allowed all of the dark and twisty thoughts and fears creep in just a bit too much. Being a person who is always searching for the silver lining, it is difficult to allow yourself to feel anything but grateful. But… when these days happen (or hours or moments). There are ways to work through them, and to come out smiling.
What I learned yesterday was.
When you are having a bad moment or two, reaching out to friends is actually ok. I don’t like feeling like a burden, or like I’m passing on negative vibes to a cherished friend (or two). But, sometimes it boils up and spills over in unwanted ways, so sharing can be a good thing (so long as its not every single time you chat).
The moral of my little story this morning is, there are three things I now know for sure.
#1: When having a bad day, reaching out to friends can bring you surprises in your mailbox the next morning.
#2: Homemade treats from friends taste better than any other in the world.
#3: Have a coffee, eat a cookie and count your blessings.
Tags: Erin Wallis Photography
March 4th, 2010 at 9:40 pm
Love! It really does make the world go round. Erin, I’ve been thinking of you lots lately, hoping all is well. While the last few weeks of pregnancy are not always pleasant, they will be over in a blink of an eye! Take care. And enjoy those cookies and your beautiful friends!
March 4th, 2010 at 10:30 pm
Erin, like you, I am 37 weeks pregnant with my first baby, a girl, and I have had a few days like this too. Thank you for sharing your less than perfect moment because it makes me realize that its ok and the smiles do come back! Wishing you all the best with your little bundle!
March 4th, 2010 at 10:56 pm
Thelma knows Louise …. love Ma xo
March 4th, 2010 at 10:57 pm
Erin I loved your blog…it is really important to reach out to your friends. Sometimes I think we forget because like you said you don’t want to be a burden but friends are there just like family to help us through those moments so we can move on to the next great moment! Well I hope your feeling alright and I can’t wait to see the new baby! Take care and enjoy your goodies!
March 5th, 2010 at 1:57 am
Been thinking a whole lot about you lately. Only a bit more time now…..can hardly wait for you to meet your child.
March 5th, 2010 at 6:49 am
Aww, Erin. Bless your heart. I hope your day is getting better. It’s good to let go of those feelings rather than keeping them bundled up. I know that I am bad about that kind of stuff. {Guilty}
When things get bad, I watch a sappy movie and cry like a baby to get it all out of my system. Haha.
March 5th, 2010 at 11:04 am
Adorable post Erin
Those cookies looked delish! I hope tomorrow is a happy day.
March 6th, 2010 at 1:51 am
we can all certainly use a little cookies and milk therapy now and then!
xo
March 7th, 2010 at 3:47 am
You turned your “less than perfect day” into a positive and inspirational post. Thanks! Good Luck with the rest of your pregnancy, and I can’t wait to meet the newest Wallis girl