Friday: Play!–Take a Smile Stroll
I have to be honest, this week I have felt not so “smilie”. I have spent the past 18 weeks working towards my goal of running a marathon and with only 5 weeks left I have to stop. I also have to now go to two different specialists to help myself learn to walk correctly and build up the strength in my right foot. I most definitely cannot run the marathon in May and it has me a bit down.
So mostly it was myself that needed to remember how lucky I am, to stop the moping and start the smiling! Which is why today we took a “Smile Stroll” where we took a walk to talk about and point out the things that make us happy.
What Made Us Smile Today
-The clouds at the top of the mountains
-A wave from Abby’s best friend
-A cheerful hello for the sweet man across the street
-An enthusiastic I LOVE YOU run and hug
-Holding my baby’s hand who is finally finally finally walking
-Being able to stay home with my two best friends
-Seeing Daddy’s smiling face while he drives by excited to see us
Just simple things to put my problem into perspective and to teach my daughters to be positive thinkers.
Tags: friday, positive thinking, smile
That’s great, I should try it with my boys. Good Idea thanks.
It is posts like this that remind me that you are a real person and not just some super mom from outer space. Thanks for being real. I need that too sometimes.
We all need smiles and laughter. And how does it go? Count your many blessings…..!
So sorry to hear that you won\’t be able to run the marathon. After so much hard work, what a let down. Sounds like you have a great attitude, though!
Very cute idea:) As far as the marathon goes, no worries it will always be there. I can say that-because I have completed 7 marathons, but registered for several others that for one reason or another, I was unable to do. It really can take a lot out of you to train, not to mention being a mommy at the same time. Hang in there, there will always be a marathon to do later in the future and your time will come
Poke just makes me smile. I’m glad you posted this i needed it ! Thank you and LOVE YOU
Maybe we should all schedule “Smile Days” into our busy lives. Great example.
What a lovely idea. You are a beautiful person…and a wonderful example to your two little girls.
I’m sorry about the marathon. That must be very disappointing indeed. But I’m sure there will be other races for you in the future. Keep your chin up!