I had a baby 10 months ago (!) and it feels like yesterday. It really has been 10 grueling months of slobber and diapers and occasional sleepless nights. At the same time, 10 magical months of discovery and dependence and cherished date nights.
And, yet we do not have much time.
Not much time to enjoy our babes or see our loved ones, much less, pamper ourselves. In true SAHM (stay at home mom) fashion, I have stayed in pajamas all day before. But I have also thrown on a dress before. Taking the smallest amount of time to put effort into my appearance; effort that I can afford.
In 10 months of figuring out this new role as Sarah-turned-mommy, wanna know what I've found? My days are more productive, energized and focused when I take that time to dress, enjoy and appreciate myself.
My friend came over one Saturday, with LuLaRoe pieces in hand. This clothing was comfortable, like pajamas, yet current and versatile, clothing that is comfortable enough to sleep, shop, and chase around babes in.
So, I promise to start my day with dignity, putting care into my own clothes that are practical and beautiful because:
1) I am the best mom to my little guy when I start my days with integrity and grace. He deserves a mom that has energy and drive. He deserves a mom that is present and purposeful.
2) I am the best wife to my husband when I know my own value and worth. He deserves a wife who understands the beauty and grace she embodies as she reflects the God of beauty and grace.
I deserve to keep promises to myself. We all deserve to keep promises to ourselves.
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I'm all about that Cassie,
-SJW
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