celebrating the me yet to come

you would not believe the things I resent doing now that I know I'll be moving out in 3 months. and I have just figured out that life in a diminutive domain requires adjustments and lots of stress. and probably a subscription to Elle Decor magazine. because I also suck at feng shuing.

my world lately is like a jigsaw puzzle that needs assembling. you know, the 3000 pieces ones. yet my sons' spirits glow on almost every surface, distilling "I love you Mommy" and providing a getaway for my soul to renew. and the little steps I take every day are hopefully leading me to a better version of myself. consistently more peaceful. words, prayers and thoughts resonating in consonance. reading more, writing more. taking daily walks to achieve alignment. firmly believing that a healthy body is more valuable than a flat tummy. and counting my blessings.

thank you all so much.

Comments

[euphrosynely]

And I'd like to think I co-own that camera cuz I voted twice for you, muhahaha ;) But congrats! I knew you'd win!

Yes, healthy body > flat tummy. And pics of your new shoes, svp!

[Jenny Rebecca]

I sing the body electric...

[Marilyn]

Yay! You won! (And a new camera, too!) Happy Mother's Day, dearest Irene. You're not just my favorite Parisian blogger...or my favorite French mommy...you're one of my favorite people. xoxo

[my pink sky]

this post is so beautiful...that's what it's all about, right?...becoming a better self...congrats on the photo!

[mama_tulip]

Yay, congrats! That's a great picture.

And Happy Mother's Day to you too, my friend.

[Steph]

YAY! So glad you won!!!

[Susie Sunshine]

There was never a doubt in my mind you'd win.

Congratulations, superstar!

[Pink Rocket]

yea!! you won!

[blackbird]

You are the best mom...

[jenny vorwaller]

yaaaay yay! that is the cutest photo ever too!! :) three little monkeys jumping on the bed...


and irene, i am sooo sorry i didn't send my hom pics like i said with your last shop order! my printer busted down and i didn't want to wait...it's an ole junkie one thats we've had for like three years, but still, i was bummed when it broke! anyway, we still havent gotten to getting a new one yet but if you want, i give you *full permission* to snag them off flickr and print them haha! (i think my photos have a copyright on them so ignore and go for it ;)

ok! longest blog entry comment ending....over and out!

kiss kiss hug! :) and yay for a new home!

[kristen]

Oh Hurray Irene you won!! That picture should have won; such joy and who doesn't love a good jump on the bed?
Now if only I'd feel that a healthful body is better than a flat tummy.....(=

[Karyn]

Congratulations, Irene! That was indeed a precious photo. Lovely post. Hope the joy of your beautiful sons will glow even as I write~ Happy belated Mother's Day! Is it the same day in Paris?

[bella]

Happy Mother's Day Irene. I'm so happy you won that camera! It was a great picture to submit.
Take things slow with the moving and the stress. It will all fall into place.. and I'm sure you don't suck at decorating!

[Kat]

Yeeeeeehaaaaaa!!! Happy clicks and Moms Day, Irene. (yup, proudly voted, too. ahem)

[steph]

I suck at feng shuiing, too. Mappy Mother's Day, Irene!

[Nathalie]

Cool ! Congrats !

[Aimee]

Remmeber if you need help putting together things and working on ideas for your apt, we're here!

I knew you'd win!! :)

[courtney]

How cool is that...can't beat a free camera and memory cards! Congrats! Moving is scary too...we are also moving very quickly to our move day and after a new kid and 2 years in one place I am a little overwhelmed at what we've aquired...good luck to you :)

[Melissa]

woohoooo!!!

[jess]

you ARE an awesome mom and are so deserving of all the praise!