I wrote this post in the beginning of April 2013, but haven't posted it yet until now.
After three months of maternity leave, finally it's the time to go back to the office!
Being a career woman and a mom means that I have two different worlds: the one before 9 am and after 5 pm; AND the one between 9 am and 5 pm. Home life and office life.
I love them both.
The funny thing about having Baby Michael is, I'm more determined than ever to excel in everything I do. Not just as a wife and mother, but also as a career woman. It's not a pressure, mind you. It's not that kind of feeling that "I should" or "I have to" that gets you stressed out. Instead, it's a positive feeling that motivates and energizes me, that I can and do want to do well. Not just for my baby or my husband, but also for myself and for God.
Oh yeah, there are times in the morning when I just want to curl up under my blanket instead of playing with Baby Michael before work. There are times when I just want to finish my work at the office instead of rushing home at five o'clock sharp to my baby, as I set myself to do. There are other times when I just want to go home when it's only lunch time because I miss my baby very much. But somehow, after three months of craziness and helplessness and total chaos kind of feeling, my body sort of adjusted and I am able to handle the exact same situation (including lack of sleep) with positivity and (relatively) more inner calmness. Which is a progress of me becoming more and more the woman that God wants me to be, I think.
And that is such a wonderful feeling. ^__^
"So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God."
(1 Corinthians 10:31)
Dear Son, you are a gift from God that I never thought I'd ever wanted, but turned out to be the one that I will not trade with anything or anyone or any amount of money in the whole world.
Mommy loves you, Baby Michael!
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26 comments:
what a precious baby!! An your body is already back in shape with him so young!!
I would love for you to link up with my weekly blog hop if you haven't done so yet :)
http://www.mythriftychic.com/2013/05/a-blog-hop-and-sun-dress.html
xoxo Tori
Great that you feel that way! That's a big blessing! patsy
Great post! Everything we do is to be for the glory of God. I think when we focus on that, it so much easier to get through the day without totally stressing over stuff.
And your baby is beautiful by the way :)
Aww. Precious! He looks at his momma with such love! Beautiful outfit also!
Your little Michael is so adorable and you look beautiful! Have a wonderful weekend :)
Dear LeeAnne,
You are one blessed woman! Michael is precious, and you will love him more and more each passing year. The best thing you can give him is a heart for the Lord Jesus and unconditional love! Blessings!
I love you green dress and accessories. You baby is just adorable.
Love that necklace! The color of the dress is really pretty too!
www.studentswife.com
Love the dress! The color is a fave of mine :)
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Yes, let it be for His glory! Beautiful baby, by the way. :) I'm visiting from the Make Your Home Sing link-up.
Jen :)
Moms can have style too ...
Delighted to meet you today. I hope you don't mind if I splash around a bit. This looks like a refreshing place to dip into some serious goodness.
Also, I would love for you to share this post with other mommas. We have a little link up started. Momma's sharing our notes, creating a melody. We could use your fave recipes, fun mom moments, encouraging words, the goofy, anything mom. I would be honored to have you join us.
http://justsarahdawn.blogspot.com/2013/05/momma-notes.html
Splashin,
Sarah
Love to see (and read about) happy moms. To be able to love work and love being a mom is such a blessing! And to do both in great fashion...well...that's just plain cool!
Such a lovely baby. You look wonderful.
Love your earrings! And yes, your baby is adorable!
Wishing you all the best back at work. It's hard wearing all those hats (and high heels). Glad you are feeling so energized right now.
Thanks for sharing at "Tell Me a Story." As always your photos show your lovely garments, and now your beautiful baby boy. He is so precious and a true gift from God
super cute outfit and son! You look amazing too :o) Earring are my favorite.
Emily @ Nap-Time Creations
That dress and necklace are super cute!!
Just found your blog!
Now following!
Looking forward to keeping up and getting to know you more!
xo
Christina
pieceitalltogetherx3.blogspot.com
Love the pic of you holding him---too sweet!
✰Transatlantic Blonde✰
Beautiful picture of you holding Michael -- such an adorable baby! Thanks so much for sharing on Busy Monday!
What a sweet post! You look lovely and I especially love that picture of you holding Michael. What a sweet mommy and son moment!
Those earrings and necklace are gorgeous too, btw!
Thanks so much for linking up! The new "Making Your Home Sing Monday" linky party is live and ready for your posts!
Hi! You seem a big fan of Les Catino handbag :) Could u share what are the strengths of this brand? Is it made of leather? Thanks..
Hi! You seem a big fan of Les Catino handbag. Could u share what are the strengths of this brand? Is it made of leather? Thanks..
Thanks so much for sharing with Adorned From Above's Blog Hop. We are so happy that you joined us last week. We can't wait to see what you have for us at this week's party.
Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above
http://www.adornedfromabove.com
Thanks so much for sharing with Adorned From Above's Blog Hop. We are so happy that you joined us last week. We can't wait to see what you have for us at this week's party.
Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above
http://www.adornedfromabove.com
Hi LeeAnne! Very cute outfit. I love the colors!!! The necklace is so pretty!! Thanks so much for sharing this at "That's My Style" Link Party!!! You made my day! I do hope you'll join in again. I can't wait to see what you have to share next week. :)
Karla @ www.MySerendipitousLife.com
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