Mike and I have moved 8 times

Mike and I have moved 8 times. The longest we have ever stayed in one place is 7 years. I start getting this itch to start over, create something new, and move on. And so we do.

We have been in this current house for 8 years…and I have had the itch to move for 3 of those years. Late nights scrolling realtor website, driving through neighborhoods, and constantly telling Mike “I want to buy THAT house❤️!”

But this week, something hit me. I was cleaning up the living room, looking around at all my creations, and feeling proud and grateful for this home I have raised my babies in. I noticed the scratched baseboards, the unfilled nail holes, and the kids shoes lying in the corner. I was amazed at all the things I have learned to do while living in this home. The spaces I have created with my family and the memories we have made with those who visit here.

And I was happy.

And I was content.

And I felt comfortable and secure.

And I decided I needed to stop looking to move. It’s not the time for me to keep creating. It’s the time for me to start enjoying the creations I have already made. To slow down the projects and just BE.

Be Present.
Be Mindful.
Be Aware.
and Be Filled.

It doesn’t mean I won’t move again someday. There is a lot of creating to do within me. But for now…

This. Is Home.

And I am so grateful.

This. Is. Home.

And I am so grateful for it.

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