Life at the Chicken Coop

Capping Off Another Week

As I'm looking at my calendar, I can't believe another week has flown by. Just last week I was contemplating how I should have my hair cut, in the midst of a mothering meltdown, and ready to fly to some remote island in the Caribbean.

Last night it seemed as though every child needed something every hour on the hour. I must have settled into sleep only to reawaken and rise from my bed, walking across the creaky wood floor in my dark room and into the kids rooms at least ten times. It could be worse though. I have alot to be grateful for.

I had an enlightening conversation with my sister Whitney earlier in the week. We talked about working out and watching what you eat. It came down to motive. If you aren't doing it for the right reasons (to please yourself and not anyone else), then it doesn't really amount to much. It struck me how I could be the kind of mom who passes on huge insecurities about her body, or I could exude confidence and gratitude for such an amazing creation. And I could teach how to nourish that body, or I could teach how to weaken it, both through my example. I want to teach my kids to love and protect their bodies. And I hope to love and protect mine in the process.

Speaking of body love, I feel so much more relaxed after doing Pilates today. It really stretched me out and I needed that. It was like a massage, only I was doing all the work.

I am interested in your thoughts about teaching kids body acceptance. Drop a line and let me know what you think.

And have a great weekend!