{Florence and the Machine Concert at the Midland Kansas City – December 2011}
Did I ever tell you all how I won tickets to see Florence and the Machine back in December? A few weeks prior, the husband had emailed me and asked if I’d want to go see this particular show and I answered, “Um, hell yes” only to find tickets were already sold out. Womp, womp. This was especially sad because the husband never, ever, ever wants to go to live concerts, and the thought that he may actually want to go to one that I was dying to see was fairly awesome. Whatever, sadsies, I moved on.
Then, on the day of the show, a radio DJ who I have a slight girl crush on (and think we are best friends because we met twice at Rock the Vote events back in the day AND she follows me on Twitter…BFFs 4 LIFE!) tweeted that the first people to respond to her would get free tickets. And guess who won?
(If you didn’t guess me, then you are an idiot.)
It was an incredible show. Florence has one of those voices that makes you want to cry, it’s so powerful. At one point Trent said his ears actually hurt, she was so good. Plus, Trent and I hadn’t had a real date night like that in ages, and it made me remember how much I actually like the guy. I know, that sounds mean, but when you share a life and kids with someone, there are times when you can get bogged down in the day to day mundane-ness of existing. This is especially true around the holidays, when every day is a frantic race to get it all done. It’s so easy to forget about the good stuff.
{Good Stuff = Bears in Sombreros}
Dear Husband,
Sometimes you drive me crazy and I disagree with everything that comes out of your mouth. But you’re the only guy I want next to me when I’m being accosted by a bear in a sombrero. Thanks for sticking with me and finding that perfect spot in the crowd so I had the best view of Flo. I love you.
Love,
Your Wife
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I am aware that New Years resolutions are basically for suckers, but I’m a Type A person, so the idea of coming up with a list of anything gets me all giddy. With that in mind, here is the mantra of 2012:
Please see the video below for explanation:
And yes, while “fine leather goods” and “mimosas” sound amazing, I’m talking about treating myself better in every way possible. Some examples:
1. I will treat my body better – I started off 2011 with a body that had just done a pretty fantastic thing (created and housed and birthed a baby), and I feel like I spent the rest of the year in recovery from that. I have taken some major steps in treating my body as it needs to be treated, but there are a few things I’m severely lacking. My number one concern is I must make sleep a priority. I tend to have such crazy days, that begin at 6 a.m. and end around 8:30 p.m., with me constantly taking care of others. Unfortunately, that means after the kids are tucked in to bed, I stay up way too late trying to “wind down” or do things that are important to me personally. This lack of sleep is affecting every aspect of my life, and I need to get it under control. This may mean pictures won’t be edited for weeks or the DVR will be 100% full or my inbox will be overflowing…but that’s going to have to be okay.
2. I will treat my heart and soul better – Pre-2011 was a roller coaster for me emotionally and intellectually. My dad had cancer and lived with me, I got pregnant with Tate, and I went through some major issues that are too personal to be discussed here. Much of 2011 was spent just trying to survive and keep my head above water, getting used to my doubled parenting role and become a working mom of two, so I really want 2012 to be about personal growth. My main focus is going to be my relationships with others and how I let them dictate how I feel about myself. For too long I have let people who don’t have my best interests at heart be a part of my life. I have always been “Mama Megan,” trying to help people in my life and pulling in those who seemed wounded and needed a shoulder to lean on. I don’t want to completely lose that, as it’s a part of me that I actually am quite proud of, but I need to learn that it’s okay to say “enough.” I started this last year, and it was a game changer for me. I need to appreciate those in my life that bring goodness and welcome more people like them, and that is what I intend to do.
3. I will treat my brain better – Although 2011 was an incredible year, I feel like my brain was not very well exercised creatively. I’m not sure if it was the start of a new year or Tate turning one, but all of a sudden I have a need to create something new. I’m not yet sure how this need will be fulfilled, but I have tons and tons of ideas. Many of which involve super glue and paint, so help me (and my poor husband).
4. Just plain ole’ treating myself – 2011 was a year of constant financial stress. Having a baby holds all sorts of financial uncertainty, from hospital bills to doctors appointments to daycare costs to wages lost during unpaid maternity leave…it’s all extrememly overwhelming. But this year, as daycare costs will drop significantly (yay for toddler versus infant costs and Lucy being in first grade so no more daycare wheeeeee!) and (hopefully) salaries will rise, I’m hoping to finally get to do some things I’ve been putting off for ages. Like, say, a honeymoon? Decorating my house? Buying a washing machine that uses both hot and cold water or a refrigerator that’s pieces don’t fall off every time you open it? I feel like Kayne, people! Bring on the bling!
I know, I’m a few days past the new year. But I was driving many hours with two little kids and then my husband had surgery and now my eyes are about to close……what?! I’m up!
New Years Eve weekend was a fun one for my little family, as we packed up the whole crew and went on a roadtrip to Boulder, Colorado to celebrate the many birthdays we have in the next few months. While we were there we took Lucy ice skating for the first time! We also saw movies, ate cake and drank a bucket or two of wine. I even carried and tapped a keg with my brother-in-law (to be), the first time since I was about 20! The family kept joking about how they have finally discovered my talent.
2011 was an incredible year for me, filled with mostly highs, with a few lows sprinkled in to make things interesting. We started off in a sleepy haze, still getting used to Tate joining our family. I spent most of my early days of 2011 tucked into my bed surrounded by babies and children and guests. Lucy cut her own hair and I cried because I was a hormonal mess. Then I cried because my website was down for weeks.
I’ve been waiting for the Girl Walk film to come out all year, and somehow I missed the November premiere. The basis of the project is a few incredible performers telling a story via dance, using the soundtrack of the Girl Talk’s awesome compilation, All Day. I don’t know how it all ends yet, since they are posting a new video every week and the story is continuous, but these are my favorite chapters so far.
Chapter 1 – School’s Out
Chapter 4 – Enter the Gentleman
Chapter 8 – Shopping Spree
In once scene, the girl passes a rabbi on the street who asks her why she’s dancing. She says, “Because I’m happy.” He responds, “You should always be happy.”
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It’s that time of year again! And by “that time of year” I mean the time of year when my husband corners me and wants to know what I want or need for Christmas (that can be shipped in a week, of course). So here you go, people. And by people, I mean husband. Ho ho ho!
14. Honeymoon – Trent and I are FINALLY going on our honeymoon in 2012. Now, if someone could just plan this for me, it would be the best present ever. Please and thank you.
