I’ve always been the type of person who takes life pretty seriously. Sure, I have fun from time to time, but it’s easy to get wrapped up in the day to day. There is satisfaction in crossing things off the to-do list…..and I have lists….so many lists. I love a good goal, working towards it, reaching it and setting a new one. But one of the goals and I am working on, is to put down the list more often and just embrace the moment. Have fun, let go, laugh, be silly, and just relax. Fortunately I have three amazing kids in my life who know exactly how to do just that, and I couldn’t think of better people to spend these moments with. So here is a brief look into a recent weekend where we put everything aside and had an office dance party.

Next up in the blog circle is the super talented Kristina Dominianni , sharing 30 minutes from her month http://www.hellooliviaphotography.com/long-island-children-family-photographer-blog-365/30-minutes-in-the-life-november

Here we are in September and I find myself right in the middle of what seems like a crazy storm of back to school routines, extra-curricular activities and commitments. The month of September is always a busy one as we try to settle and find balance with the new school year. October always seems to bring that balance but getting there sure can be a bumpy road.

I was recently reminded by a good friend of the importance to take time to be outdoors, and we are working on that. It is amazing how refreshing a walk with some sunshine can feel.

On a recent Sunday evening with a never ending list of things to do, weekly preparation, household chores….we put them all on hold. We got outside and for 30 minutes didn’t think about any of the other stuff.

And we all came back a little more relaxed, a little more refreshed, and ready to tackle that to-do list.

Thanks so much for taking the time to read about a brief moment in my life this month. I’ve teamed up with a group of super talented photographers who are dedicated to photographing 30 minutes in their lives every month. Next up in our blog circle is Sharleen Stuart

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