Yes, I've done the same. Just being. Savoring the time with the college kids (when they came out of their rooms :/) and having absolutely zero plans minus gym/sauna time. Anything else seemed unnecessary. I'm all for seasonal living as it seems to agree with my nervous system. :)
I read a book years ago about seasonal living, though it wasn’t about weather seasons, but matching your mothering to kids' seasons. It helped me slow down and be present when they were preschool age because I knew it would be such a short "season." As their activities and capabilities picked up, mine did too. It was a lovely framework to help match my ambitions to their pace. By hitting the pause button on a few things (which I later picked up again), I felt more present and aware. It wasn't just good for them, it was good for my soul and I have no regrets.
I think I'm unknowingly living seasonally as well. Just made my 10th pot of lentil soup, still in my sweats, trying to figure out my next move for the day. Thanks for encouraging me to embrace it!
Yes, I've done the same. Just being. Savoring the time with the college kids (when they came out of their rooms :/) and having absolutely zero plans minus gym/sauna time. Anything else seemed unnecessary. I'm all for seasonal living as it seems to agree with my nervous system. :)
Yes!!! Exactly! The only thing I kept plugged into my calendar was the gym. Other than that I really leaned into to winter break too. ❤️
I read a book years ago about seasonal living, though it wasn’t about weather seasons, but matching your mothering to kids' seasons. It helped me slow down and be present when they were preschool age because I knew it would be such a short "season." As their activities and capabilities picked up, mine did too. It was a lovely framework to help match my ambitions to their pace. By hitting the pause button on a few things (which I later picked up again), I felt more present and aware. It wasn't just good for them, it was good for my soul and I have no regrets.
Ohhh that sounds really good!! If you happen to remember what it is I’d love to read it too
I think I'm unknowingly living seasonally as well. Just made my 10th pot of lentil soup, still in my sweats, trying to figure out my next move for the day. Thanks for encouraging me to embrace it!
That sounds amazing, and if you have a good lentil soup recipe, PLEASE share! ❤️