With mother's day fast approaching I wanted to publicly wish my mom a happy mother's day and I don't know what better way than through my blog. Each time I talk about someone in my blog I get questions from my sisters about when they're going to be featured in my blog... don't worry, your time is coming. Until then- it's mom's turn!
So here I go. As genuine and authentic as I can be. Maybe even a little sappy- which those who know me know it's not me- here's a {short} letter to my mom for mothers day.
Dear Mom,
Happy [early] mothers day. As I've grown older I've realized how important you are to me and how much I have taken for granted. Reflecting on growing up- I was the pain in the ass in the family- here I am admitting it for all the world to see. But thank you for loving me and letting me be that pain in the ass to learn who and what I want to be (because I'm still trying to figure that out).
To this day one of my largest regrets was telling you when I went off to school how much I didn't want you calling each night and checking in on me- I was finally an "adult." Because I am catching up on all that time I could have been calling you a friend. Again- the pain in the ass you let me be but loved me the same.
When I call after a long day at work, or a horrible yearly check-up you have listened and let me complain all while understanding the struggle I am going through. You've listened to me complain about being a women and how unfair I feel the world can be all without making me feel less than for wanting to achieve the goals you've inspired me to reach for. You have been patient with each one of your daughters and have supported us in all the separate ways we've gone and I cannot imagine having another one to call mom.
I appreciate you more than wine and only hope to one day be able to inspire my children {when that day finally comes} how great they can be like you have done for me.
I love you and am forever grateful for you,
Shannon
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Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
A Slice of Life
I told you I'm going to try and be better about posting... so here I go!
The other day I was in a workshop for work and they were talking about blogging within the classroom and how it can help students write about something they care about. The presenter then asked if anyone in the room blogged. She seemed like she was hoping so bad that someone other than herself blogged so I raised my hand. I feel that I have started to slowly work my way into blogging and felt comfortable enough to raise my hand to help a sister out. Anyways, she was discussing how she utilized the blogs in her class and said she posted a lot of "slice of life" posts and I thought it had a ring to it so I figured I'd give it a show and share with you all a slice of life! :) These posts contain all things important in my life and blog: food, family, and work.
1. These southwestern egg rolls were a learning experience. They are probably the most adventurous thing I've tried to cook since the "calorie free eggplant Parmesan" I convinced my roommate to try in college. Can you say DISASTER? Luckily, these weren't as bad as that. I plan to make them again sometime with a couple adjustments (less and/or no frozen spinach).
2. This whole marriage thing is an absolute hoot! During my commute to work I tend to find myself just thinking about life and how lucky I truly am to have him as a husband and our two fur babies. This past Saturday evening Andrew and I just sat and laughed at each other telling stories and jokes and it was by far one of the best nights I have had since we got married.
3. Work is starting to pick up! It is outrageous that it's already August but I'm excited for the year to really kick into gear. Washburn has been extraordinary since I started here in June. I was surprised last week and "officially welcomed" with a plant.
So there you have it - a slice of life from me! I've slowly been making progress on my blog - check out those sweet buttons to the side and follow me. :)
The other day I was in a workshop for work and they were talking about blogging within the classroom and how it can help students write about something they care about. The presenter then asked if anyone in the room blogged. She seemed like she was hoping so bad that someone other than herself blogged so I raised my hand. I feel that I have started to slowly work my way into blogging and felt comfortable enough to raise my hand to help a sister out. Anyways, she was discussing how she utilized the blogs in her class and said she posted a lot of "slice of life" posts and I thought it had a ring to it so I figured I'd give it a show and share with you all a slice of life! :) These posts contain all things important in my life and blog: food, family, and work.
1. These southwestern egg rolls were a learning experience. They are probably the most adventurous thing I've tried to cook since the "calorie free eggplant Parmesan" I convinced my roommate to try in college. Can you say DISASTER? Luckily, these weren't as bad as that. I plan to make them again sometime with a couple adjustments (less and/or no frozen spinach).
2. This whole marriage thing is an absolute hoot! During my commute to work I tend to find myself just thinking about life and how lucky I truly am to have him as a husband and our two fur babies. This past Saturday evening Andrew and I just sat and laughed at each other telling stories and jokes and it was by far one of the best nights I have had since we got married.
3. Work is starting to pick up! It is outrageous that it's already August but I'm excited for the year to really kick into gear. Washburn has been extraordinary since I started here in June. I was surprised last week and "officially welcomed" with a plant.
So there you have it - a slice of life from me! I've slowly been making progress on my blog - check out those sweet buttons to the side and follow me. :)
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