tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post8962025078998758991..comments2023-11-02T05:36:29.388-07:00Comments on designer bags and dirty diapers: GratitudeNatalie {Designer Bags and Dirty Diapers}http://www.blogger.com/profile/17353793755653007746noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-42402245670533623122013-12-15T10:08:10.938-08:002013-12-15T10:08:10.938-08:00Beautiful and much appreciated post, Natalie...I h...Beautiful and much appreciated post, Natalie...I have started keeping a gratitude journal regularly (finally), and as silly and unhelpful as I thought it might be initially, it really opens your eyes to how great life is and how blessed I am!<br /><br /> Wishing you lots of sleep and a relaxed, happy holiday season!<br /><br /> AlissaA Manolescuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10489227376496143713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-79681497623189435502013-12-11T17:42:31.882-08:002013-12-11T17:42:31.882-08:00We started a tradition at dinner of saying what we...We started a tradition at dinner of saying what we are thankful for. It's such a good habit to get into. And helps you find the positive in even the worst of days...and speaking of that your days will get easier! Before you know it, Frances and Sterling will be chasing each other around your house playing hide and go seek :) time with the 2nd flies by...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12477835113140071529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-44372867288314181752013-12-11T08:45:37.862-08:002013-12-11T08:45:37.862-08:00I really love seeing that there are people out the...I really love seeing that there are people out there who are grateful for what they have because as you said, there are so many people out there fighting battles, really bad ones, and we truly are blessed for the life we are living. Big hugs Natalie ;)Gaby [The Vault Files]https://www.blogger.com/profile/01490033430483310378noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-34614814680963340272013-12-10T03:42:02.484-08:002013-12-10T03:42:02.484-08:00This is something I know I need to work on. I love...This is something I know I need to work on. I love the grateful beads idea! <br /><br />Regards,<br /><a href="http://bellylaughs.ca/" rel="nofollow">Diaper Bags</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07701596412845011823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-88358239063243530592013-12-09T20:56:43.952-08:002013-12-09T20:56:43.952-08:00This post warmed my heart!!!!This post warmed my heart!!!!Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14178550487887726672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-53427067557959274642013-12-09T20:27:47.834-08:002013-12-09T20:27:47.834-08:00Love this post, Natalie! What a great reminder to...Love this post, Natalie! What a great reminder to be grateful for all that we have instead of focusing on what we don't. You are doing a great job!!! xxooAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05647574711597708829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-45363116020522925082013-12-09T20:02:23.586-08:002013-12-09T20:02:23.586-08:00I could use some of those gratitude beads!! Hang ...I could use some of those gratitude beads!! Hang in there, it will get easier I promise!!Jillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02812695464391846702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-78404996557207442062013-12-09T17:26:48.693-08:002013-12-09T17:26:48.693-08:00Your baby is beautiful and so is your family! So g...Your baby is beautiful and so is your family! So glad you and Matt got a night out. You deserve it!!Sadie + Stellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03277900793464980625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-77268781202042914582013-12-09T17:16:11.533-08:002013-12-09T17:16:11.533-08:00Oh auto correct... Meant at 3 months she was still...Oh auto correct... Meant at 3 months she was still failing the test and they put tubes in.... Guess this mommy needs more sleep (or wine)Fhinz2https://www.blogger.com/profile/02443411298844918881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-26536047010665755032013-12-09T17:13:43.278-08:002013-12-09T17:13:43.278-08:00My baby failed the hearing test in both ears and w...My baby failed the hearing test in both ears and we had to go back for several visits and she kept failing.... I was literally crying daily. Turned out at 3 months when she was still wiling they out tubes in her ears to clear fluid and she is perfectly fine! Tubes fells out and at 21 months she can hear perfectly!!!<br /><br />And yes.... Two is a is whole new ball game!Fhinz2https://www.blogger.com/profile/02443411298844918881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-70880308013568679622013-12-09T15:39:35.635-08:002013-12-09T15:39:35.635-08:00Awe, great post and so true! Every day no matter ...Awe, great post and so true! Every day no matter what I try to remember 2 things: to be thankful and to trust God-- it has seriously gotten me through everything. And those beads are awesome, what a perfect gift! xoxoLisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08930277610381156737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-63799575623359700552013-12-09T15:37:45.888-08:002013-12-09T15:37:45.888-08:00Such a beautiful and sincere post. Thank you for s...Such a beautiful and sincere post. Thank you for sharing such a treat.<br /><br />xo<br /><br />www.PlumPrettySugar.blogspot.comPlum Pretty Sugar https://www.blogger.com/profile/05490021504196526666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-4831156784918230272013-12-09T11:26:21.192-08:002013-12-09T11:26:21.192-08:00I feel like I could have written this post! Six mo...I feel like I could have written this post! Six months in, with two I can tell you this: it will get easier. You just need to hit your stride. Give yourself a little time. Some sleep will help, too. Hang in there!!!Ashleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01645454331073050035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-32786395758470920422013-12-09T11:20:35.828-08:002013-12-09T11:20:35.828-08:00Yes thank you for being honest! It is so hard!! My...Yes thank you for being honest! It is so hard!! My baby is now 2 months and it is getting a little easier (he is starting to get on some what of a schedule). That helps a lot! I love the idea of gratitude beads. We all need a little reminder:)Jordin- I Love That!https://www.blogger.com/profile/03307128159148709388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-33851612591797252172013-12-09T10:23:50.440-08:002013-12-09T10:23:50.440-08:00Love the idea of gratitude beads! As a Catholic I ...Love the idea of gratitude beads! As a Catholic I grew up praying the rosary which has a similar concept of giving space between each bead for contemplation. Being grateful is something I need a reminder of during the Holidays! Portuguese Prepsterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11793900066202385121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-39140478019890887672013-12-09T10:04:27.413-08:002013-12-09T10:04:27.413-08:00I absolutely love this. And you are absolutely rig...I absolutely love this. And you are absolutely right. What a sweet gift your mom gave you--and love what it represents. 17 Perthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09972029146968230231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-36798617683022671812013-12-09T08:15:44.209-08:002013-12-09T08:15:44.209-08:00What a sweet, sweet post! Great reminder to alway...What a sweet, sweet post! Great reminder to always find the positive.Holy City Chic | Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09400395189382703545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-82559765672822340182013-12-09T08:15:07.343-08:002013-12-09T08:15:07.343-08:00One of my favorite posts you've written! I lov...One of my favorite posts you've written! I love the idea of gratitude beads. Thank you for sharing.Katie {Miss Dixie}https://www.blogger.com/profile/13486870587979630256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-85678714744335889202013-12-09T08:04:29.759-08:002013-12-09T08:04:29.759-08:00Wonderful post! You are an inspiration and your ki...Wonderful post! You are an inspiration and your kids are just the cutest! Hang in there, it will all be smooth sailing soon! Reganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09930358534037101456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-48305532157614658742013-12-09T07:53:33.954-08:002013-12-09T07:53:33.954-08:00Beautiful post Natalie! So much to be grateful fo...Beautiful post Natalie! So much to be grateful for!Paula Jean | PJM Interiorshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13582848871723530747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-32289093986979549902013-12-09T07:40:04.433-08:002013-12-09T07:40:04.433-08:00I love this post. Thank you for sharing. Brought t...I love this post. Thank you for sharing. Brought tears to my eyes. The transition to two is hard for everyone involved. In time it will be more manageable. Thinking of you!Emily {Luscious Life & Decor}https://www.blogger.com/profile/02347207866894131094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-61664826212323529242013-12-09T07:30:25.157-08:002013-12-09T07:30:25.157-08:00I love this post. I always love the posts best tha...I love this post. I always love the posts best that you write about your thoughts, feelings, etc.... I cant imagine how tired you are with 2 little ones. When ever I get overwhelmed, I stop take a deep breath, and say to myself this too shall pass. I am positive you are a great mommy, and wife. I love the idea of these beads and want to order several of them. Hang in there Natalie! Alicia xoxxohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12496556164650539735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-19956177994428010042013-12-09T07:24:19.224-08:002013-12-09T07:24:19.224-08:00I love that idea! I need grateful beads. I love that idea! I need grateful beads. Delta Daisieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14359287843238225421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-30154094413045397932013-12-09T07:20:04.545-08:002013-12-09T07:20:04.545-08:00So so true...sometimes with everything we have goi...So so true...sometimes with everything we have going on it's hard to remember how much we actually do have to be grateful for! Sending you lots of love! XoXoAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09771919515421270916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1278276723610191994.post-7096354871858881852013-12-09T07:12:14.176-08:002013-12-09T07:12:14.176-08:00What a lovely idea. You're right there is so m...What a lovely idea. You're right there is so much to be thankful for. And two kids DOES get easier. I remember where you are now. It was only four and a half months ago for me and I was a disaster. BUT, you'll get the hang of things. It's still tough and there's not a whole lot of time for me anymore at all, but so much better once you get into a routine/rhythm. :)Alexahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12153464120291028496noreply@blogger.com