The SPARTAN “Seamus”

A few months ago, I signed up Seamus for a Spartan Sprint in Portland, Oregon. Today, he successfully finished that race. He wasn’t super excited to attempt this challenge but kept a positive attitude as he completed each obstacle course. I’m so proud of him to have done so well but not very surprised, either. I was confident that he could complete all the obstacles which is why I signed him up for this race in the first place. He had no expectations or goal finish time. He just wanted to finish.

As Seamus raced, kids, Uncle Paul and myself, cheered him on and enjoyed tracking his results. After the race, I asked Seamus if he’s ready to do another Spartan? He said, “I don’t need to do another.” However, I’m thinking this could possibly be a family trip once a year, event. So, in the next few days or so, I’ll ask him that same question once again, “Are you ready to do another?” Maybe... just maybe... his answer will change. He showed much determination and grit today and we loved seeing that side of him.

Once again, life is good!

Three weeks ago, I had the best “giving birth” experience. It was quick with no complications and Baby Torin was born, healthy. Since then, my family has adjusted well to having a newborn Baby in our home. They are constantly giving Torin hugs and kisses and are very willing to help out with caring for their little brother. Seamus is also a big help caring for Baby. I couldn’t ask for a better postpartum experience with my family.

I’m also physically and mentally feeling strong. After giving birth to my second Baby (Viv), I struggled trying to adjust to a new schedule as a full time working mom, and caring for another child while still trying to get things done around the house. It was tough and it took sometime... but I eventually found a great system of BALANCE that worked for me and my family. After I had my third Baby (Teague), I finally felt like I had the “Mom Stuff” somewhat down. I was able to get back into a routine with kids at home and back to a regular working schedule while maintaining house chores. Now after my fourth, I’m feeling pretty darn awesome! So happy and blessed to have such great kids, family and friend support and a healthy, calm Baby. Once again, LIFE is GOOD as we have found a schedule that works for us at home and will soon be back to school.