tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29446454.post4166044246972815129..comments2023-09-24T08:10:57.962-04:00Comments on our dusty feet<br> & dirty toes: Jake and Jesshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04720110277495931725noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29446454.post-10817075739694737692010-12-31T15:25:00.040-05:002010-12-31T15:25:00.040-05:00Jess, I remember the first time that Matt and I we...Jess, I remember the first time that Matt and I went to Lincoln Park Zoo with Satchel in the stroller and realized that we were some of "those" people - clogging up the walkways with strollers and eating at the zoo cafe instead of going to the numerous delicious ethnic restaurants down the street because "it's just easier". I applaud your decision to join the Y and go to a parenting group. We also feel more and more that as Satchel gets older that staying home with the undivided attention of a parent and no other playmates is not the best for her all the time.e_hendelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04653713053538199322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29446454.post-81833048944430521142010-12-31T11:54:42.305-05:002010-12-31T11:54:42.305-05:00I too have dealt with the same questions in my own...I too have dealt with the same questions in my own heart and mind, in regards to being a stay at home mom.<br /> The "play groups" take trial and error, until you find the right fit. Creating your own once you make some friends, is really great also.<br /><br />The fact that the world weighs strongly on your heart, and the fact that you are contemplating these things, shows that you do not need to worry...that is a passion that will not die just by taking some time to be home with Yael. I feel the exact same, and have struggled to find balance while being a mom. It has taken time, but i feel that i have found it. Its incredible to be able to show my son how we can love others. <br />There are so many opportunities out there for you and Yael to get involved with. And it will only get better as she gets older.<br /><br />Remember to do whatever makes you feel whole. If you dont feel whole, then make a change towards it. Emotionally, physically, mentally, whole. <br /><br />Love<br />Tiff<br /><br />p.s OH! And look into your library!<br /> There are usually great "story<br /> Times" for kids and babiesTiffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05052578416447016077noreply@blogger.com