My favourite picture from last week was from Mother Down under . The picture taken in front of that magical wall on a momentous occasion in her little boys life!
Linking up in this incredible project with Jodi at Che and Fidel!
Until next time
Sunday, May 19, 2013
20/52
My favourite picture from last week was from Mother Down under . The picture taken in front of that magical wall on a momentous occasion in her little boys life!
Linking up in this incredible project with Jodi at Che and Fidel!
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
The small steps I took to a happier 2013 ....
I thought I would share some of the little things I have done this year that have made all the difference in turning my life around. As a lovely and inspiring friend put it yesterday, its the little things that end up making the bigger picture. She was so right. Just including a few of these things everyday has made all the difference in how I feel.
- Spending quality time in my own company when Darby is at school, whether that is time at home just relaxing, out for a coffee just watching the world go by, or sitting somewhere and just daydreaming;
- Wearing bright coloured jewellery, especially of the neon yellow kind! It really does brighten up my mood and my outfits!
- Drinks of nice and hot tea in pretty cups, I am liking the Yogi brand in Chai Roobios, and I can never ever go past my all time favourite Lady Grey;
- Attending twice weekly dance exercise classes. Its been so much fun to dance around a room to cheesy music, letting all inhibitions go! It gives me a massive buzz, I don't even realise I have been exercising!
- Finally listening to my body and respecting what it wants and needs. This has been very powerful in ending my dieting mentality for good (all thanks to intuitive eating);
- Trying new foods, and giving up some foods too! In particular I am loving Umbeboshi Plums (thanks to my sister who introduced these to salty little gems) and Bee Pollen (thanks to Amelia over at Nurture and Shine for recommending these little wonders!)
- Baking new treats for Darby and myself. I love trying new products and being innovative with the way I incorporate health and fun into our diets!
- Visiting Health food stores;
- Drinking my one and only daily coffee. As much as I look like I am addicted to the stuff, I am not, I could go a day without, and I have. I just enjoy the ritual of going out and trying new things, it is just something I love to do!
- Visiting Health food stores;
- Drinking my one and only daily coffee. As much as I look like I am addicted to the stuff, I am not, I could go a day without, and I have. I just enjoy the ritual of going out and trying new things, it is just something I love to do!
- Making the time to see good friends, this is so good for the soul. Life is busy, but I find because I don't have a partner at home to have adult conversations with, I crave connecting with people that I love and when I do, it is so reassuring and I always walk away feeling enriched;
- Reading inspiring books and blogs, that leave me feeling uplifted and motivated. My favorite books are quite often cook books, so I have indulged in a few that are supporting my new healthy philosophies;
- Walking around our local neighbourhood and taking photos, I love how I see things in a new way when I do this!
- Walking around our local neighbourhood and taking photos, I love how I see things in a new way when I do this!
- Taking photos of Darby with my new camera. It really has me stepping outside my comfort zone as I have somehow managed to teach myself to shoot in Manual mode. I love how this makes my brain really think!
- Giving up processed sugar. Making this change has made me feel amazing, clear headed, vibrant and so much happier! It was a very natural process and the longer I go without the better I feel;
- Switching off from work the moment I leave the building. I enjoy the job I do and the people I work with, but when it clocks over 4.30pm, I clear my mind and don't think about work until the next time I walk through that door. This was a hard one for me, but after some bouts of severe stress last year, it was essential for my mental health to do this. Working 3 days a week has given me back that work/life balance I needed;
- Switching off from work the moment I leave the building. I enjoy the job I do and the people I work with, but when it clocks over 4.30pm, I clear my mind and don't think about work until the next time I walk through that door. This was a hard one for me, but after some bouts of severe stress last year, it was essential for my mental health to do this. Working 3 days a week has given me back that work/life balance I needed;
- Enjoying my Saturday Darby days. Now that he is at school I really treasure the time we spend together on the weekend. We tend to sight see around Melbourne, have lunch and just hang out. After the hustle and bustle of the busy school week, its just nice to reconnect on the weekends;
Most of these are pretty simple things, but they have all added up to greater happiness and sense of self which is what I was striving for. I want to be able to look back in years to come and remember how much I enjoyed my life! I am not waiting for the future to do that, I am living the life I want now!
Until next time,
Jane
Monday, May 13, 2013
Keep calm as life is pretty special after all
I have always thought of myself as a glass half full kind of gal. I strive to look at the positives in life and not focus on too many of the negatives. I'm not sure I was always like this, but I know for the last decade or so I really tried to adopt this mindset.
I didn't notice that my attitude may have been changing awhile ago. I'm pretty sure it was around the time of my breakup. I guess that is only natural when you are going through a significant and unwanted life change. When I suddenly realised the path I thought I was meant to take, was now not the right one. That I had to turn around and walk the long, dark road back to the fork and then forge out a new path on my own.
I think any significant life change can bring about these unwelcome and depressed feelings. Its never easy I guess, so you could say my positive approach to life was slowly engulfed in a dark cloud of negativity, cynicism and resentment. I forgot how to see the good in the world. It all looked grey to me. I was so incredibly lucky to have Darby, who turned out to be my little beacon who shone the light on my new path. He kept me going, and gave me hope that one day our future would be bright.
I didn't notice that my attitude may have been changing awhile ago. I'm pretty sure it was around the time of my breakup. I guess that is only natural when you are going through a significant and unwanted life change. When I suddenly realised the path I thought I was meant to take, was now not the right one. That I had to turn around and walk the long, dark road back to the fork and then forge out a new path on my own.
I think any significant life change can bring about these unwelcome and depressed feelings. Its never easy I guess, so you could say my positive approach to life was slowly engulfed in a dark cloud of negativity, cynicism and resentment. I forgot how to see the good in the world. It all looked grey to me. I was so incredibly lucky to have Darby, who turned out to be my little beacon who shone the light on my new path. He kept me going, and gave me hope that one day our future would be bright.
So I remember getting the above card for myself at Typo some time in late 2010. At the time I thought it was great. It rang true to my hurt and the pain I was feeling. Pessimistic much?
I think I liked its sarcasm and its hopelessness. So representative of my dejected feelings. I stuck it on my inspiration board that overlooks my bed and that I reflect on every evening before I sleep.
I suppose I noticed my attitude to life slowly shifting late last year. After I turned 33, I decided that feeling happy was the answer. I know that is quite simplistic, but there was a definite turn in the positive direction, yet that card still hung above my bed and I would almost flinch when I looked at it everyday.
So today a funny little thing happened. I had this urge, a real urge I couldn't shake. I knew what I wanted to do and when I arrived home after a morning out with one of my dear dear friends, I walked into my room, pulled it down and ripped it in half {oh and then photographed it before throwing in the bin, never to be seen again}. You know what ? It felt amazing!
I have come a long way since the day I got this. This card has no relevance in my life anymore. I actually think this life I'm living is pretty darn great!
Yes I know there are truly crappy times, and periods when things are so so hard, but my overall sense of happiness and joy has blossomed and my opinion on life has shifted.
Life is meant to be a roller coaster. These adversities make us grow stronger, build our resilience, perseverance, compassion, gratitude and love. They give us character and depth. They shows us how strong you can be and how emotions can grow, change and heal.
I think it is incredibly important that when we are in the midst of these negative times that we are kind to ourselves, that we grieve what has been lost and try our best to appreciate life afterwards. We need to go through that whole grief cycle (for me that took 2 and a half years!). Its amazing when you come out of that dark cloud and the clarity you can see.
So now in 2013 I see bright things, happy things, so much hope for the future, a life to be enjoyed and nurtured. I have seen the fragility of life, experienced the immense joy and monumental heartache, I know this is all part of life's course. These are the things we cannot control.
It is the way you feel in your heart and mind that you can and I know that sounds so naive of me, but it has worked in my situation. I realised if I didn't just love my life or myself just as it is, no one was going to make me. (Very Mr Darcy, I know!) It was my responsibility to cultivate my own love and happiness from the inside out.
Life is meant to be a roller coaster. These adversities make us grow stronger, build our resilience, perseverance, compassion, gratitude and love. They give us character and depth. They shows us how strong you can be and how emotions can grow, change and heal.
I think it is incredibly important that when we are in the midst of these negative times that we are kind to ourselves, that we grieve what has been lost and try our best to appreciate life afterwards. We need to go through that whole grief cycle (for me that took 2 and a half years!). Its amazing when you come out of that dark cloud and the clarity you can see.
So now in 2013 I see bright things, happy things, so much hope for the future, a life to be enjoyed and nurtured. I have seen the fragility of life, experienced the immense joy and monumental heartache, I know this is all part of life's course. These are the things we cannot control.
It is the way you feel in your heart and mind that you can and I know that sounds so naive of me, but it has worked in my situation. I realised if I didn't just love my life or myself just as it is, no one was going to make me. (Very Mr Darcy, I know!) It was my responsibility to cultivate my own love and happiness from the inside out.
Its up to me and me only.
Now I am just after a new card that reflects how I feel!
Until next time
Sunday, May 12, 2013
19/52
Hands up Darbs, that football is coming your way!
Here he is eyeing off Grandpa's big kick as it descends towards him! Luckily it didn't end with a ball in the face and he took the mark!
We spent mothers day relaxing at the park across from our house and Darby spent time playing kick to kick with Pa and honing the skills he is learning at Auskick. I love watching him play and run, and handball and kick with so much energy!
Linking up in this incredible project with Jodi at Che and Fidel!
Until next time
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Recipe: My go to cake of the moment
I am always on the lookout for lunch box ideas for Darby, especially those of the healthy kind. I have tried many things this year, and this recipe seems to pass the ultimate test. It actually gets eaten!
More often than not some or most of the lunch comes home at the end of the day untouched, so when I realised this cake was working some magic and catching his attention for just a moment from playing, I knew I was on to a winner!
More often than not some or most of the lunch comes home at the end of the day untouched, so when I realised this cake was working some magic and catching his attention for just a moment from playing, I knew I was on to a winner!
I found this Quinoa, Sweet Potato and Chocolate cake recipe on Hope for Healing's blog, here is my take on the recipe with a few adjustments, I hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
Quinoa, Sweet Potato and Chocolate Cake
2/3 cup of Kamut Flour
2/3 cup of Spelt Flour - really any flour is ok, go nuts on what you want, especially if you want to make the recipe gluten free,
1 1/2 cups pre-cooked quinoa
1 cup of sweet potato puree (In this instance it was sweet potato, pumpkin and carrot!)
1/2 cup of Rice Malt Syrup
1/4 cup of coconut oil (melted)
1/2 cup of non-dairy milk (I used almond milk, but you could use rice or coconut milk)
3 TB of cacao powder (today I used 2 TBs of cacao and 1TB of Carob powder for a different take on it)
1 1/2 ts. of baking powder
1 ts. of baking soda
1/2 ts. of sea salt
1 ts. of ground cinnamon
1/2 ts of vanilla powder
Note - If I could make the cake just for me, I would add some Chia Seeds or Brazil nut powder, but as I am sending it to school it has to be seed and nut free. This is hard for someone who adds Chia seeds to everything!
Mix all of the above ingredients together for 1-2 minutes to create a smooth and creamy cake batter. Then pour into a 9x9 circle pan that has been greased with coconut oil.
Bake in a 175 degree oven for about 50-55 minutes, until you can stick a knife in the middle of the cake and no gooey-ness comes out. It should be pretty crispy and brown on top, like a brownie (mmmm) .
Let cool for 10-15 minutes and then transfer from pan to a plate. On the original recipe there is a wicked Avocado icing, which I haven't made, but by all means go for it! Who cant resist a layer of yummy chocolate avo icing! I'll be making it next time.
Cut the cake in slices and store (for me that means the freezer so i can grab them out for our lunches)
It really is a simple cake, but it is full of so much goodness and perfect for these cool nights ahead! I can see Darby and I sitting all rugged up, munching on this!
2/3 cup of Spelt Flour - really any flour is ok, go nuts on what you want, especially if you want to make the recipe gluten free,
1 1/2 cups pre-cooked quinoa
1 cup of sweet potato puree (In this instance it was sweet potato, pumpkin and carrot!)
1/2 cup of Rice Malt Syrup
1/4 cup of coconut oil (melted)
1/2 cup of non-dairy milk (I used almond milk, but you could use rice or coconut milk)
3 TB of cacao powder (today I used 2 TBs of cacao and 1TB of Carob powder for a different take on it)
1 1/2 ts. of baking powder
1 ts. of baking soda
1/2 ts. of sea salt
1 ts. of ground cinnamon
1/2 ts of vanilla powder
Note - If I could make the cake just for me, I would add some Chia Seeds or Brazil nut powder, but as I am sending it to school it has to be seed and nut free. This is hard for someone who adds Chia seeds to everything!
Bake in a 175 degree oven for about 50-55 minutes, until you can stick a knife in the middle of the cake and no gooey-ness comes out. It should be pretty crispy and brown on top, like a brownie (mmmm) .
Let cool for 10-15 minutes and then transfer from pan to a plate. On the original recipe there is a wicked Avocado icing, which I haven't made, but by all means go for it! Who cant resist a layer of yummy chocolate avo icing! I'll be making it next time.
Cut the cake in slices and store (for me that means the freezer so i can grab them out for our lunches)
It really is a simple cake, but it is full of so much goodness and perfect for these cool nights ahead! I can see Darby and I sitting all rugged up, munching on this!
Until next time
Monday, May 6, 2013
18/52
This weeks picture is late, but hey thats ok. Life has been happening around here and I always chose life over blogging.
I selected a photo of our recent dinner outing. We had a Huge Saturday of going everywhere, and we were both EXHAUSTED.
Darby changed into his pyjamas and dressing gown at 4.30pm and we hoppped in the car and headed out to dinner. Such a nice way to spend a Saturday early evening! Just looking at the picture makes me yawn! Bless!
I just wished I could have been in my pyjamas too!
Linking up in this incredible project with Jodi at Che and Fidel!
Until next time
Monday, April 29, 2013
The book that has changed my life (& I haven't even finished it yet!)
Do you ever feel like you have been on a diet of some kind for most of your life? Wanting to lose those few kilos for a special event, a wedding, a milestone birthday or just trying to lose that baby weight (or break up weight!)
Yes, me too!
I couldn't tell you how many times I have tried (and failed) to lose weight. Some successful attempts but mostly not so successful.
A merry go round of different diets, all offering so much promise, but none really delivering. A bit of weight lost here, a bit more put on there. It wasn't much fun!
At the end of of 2012, something in me shifted. I felt happier and had a sense of clarity about life that I hadn't had before. Maybe it was just getting older and wiser.
Anyway whatever it was, it made me want to make changes to my life, I finally wanted to nurture myself, to take the time to look after myself.
As a single parent I really had invested so much time into nourishing Darby, and with finally some time all to my own, I wanted to start caring for myself. I wanted to make changes that weren't going to be just for the short term, but changes I wanted to implement for the rest of my life.
It was fantastic that I wanted to make all of these positive changes but the problem was I didn't know where to start, where to get the kind of assistance that would help.
I knew a few things that certainly were going to help me in my endeavours:
* I was passionate about health, and the healing powers of food. This has long been something I have read and researched and tested. This inspires me everyday, to use my creative abilities to make amazing tasty food that is good for me and Darby too.
* I was just as passionate at helping other people achieve their wellness goals, I live and breathe health and wellbeing in my career. This has been my job for the past 8 years and I love it. I know I am good at it too, so now its my turn to practice what I preached!
* I love to cook. Simple as that. Cooking nurtures my soul from the inside out. I am not the best or most sophisticated cook in the world, but I cook with love and I never want to lose that and I don't want to feel restricted to what I can cook because I am on a diet.
I knew these were all great stepping stones but I just needed some kind of catalyst to start me up.
And it came in March, on a girls weekend away. A group of close girlfriends discussing varying topics that girls do. We inevitably started talking dieting and body image and it seemed most of us were somewhat on the same page.
I'm not sure what shifted, but something did. It was the gentle push at first , but the more I read the more intense my feelings were and the happier and more content I felt.
This book spoke to me, it discussed the notions of failing at every attempt to ever lose weight. It went into great detail about how we reach a rock bottom before we do something. I knew ultimately that deep down all I was searching for was a sense of wellness, to finally be at peace with my body and peace with food. It taught me techniques on how to be gentle on myself, to be my own best friend and my own coach.
To achieve wellness, not weight loss. To be happy in my own skin and to feel good about myself, not sabotage myself with all that weight loss jargon out there.
Yes, me too!
I couldn't tell you how many times I have tried (and failed) to lose weight. Some successful attempts but mostly not so successful.
A merry go round of different diets, all offering so much promise, but none really delivering. A bit of weight lost here, a bit more put on there. It wasn't much fun!
At the end of of 2012, something in me shifted. I felt happier and had a sense of clarity about life that I hadn't had before. Maybe it was just getting older and wiser.
Anyway whatever it was, it made me want to make changes to my life, I finally wanted to nurture myself, to take the time to look after myself.
As a single parent I really had invested so much time into nourishing Darby, and with finally some time all to my own, I wanted to start caring for myself. I wanted to make changes that weren't going to be just for the short term, but changes I wanted to implement for the rest of my life.
It was fantastic that I wanted to make all of these positive changes but the problem was I didn't know where to start, where to get the kind of assistance that would help.
I knew a few things that certainly were going to help me in my endeavours:
* I was passionate about health, and the healing powers of food. This has long been something I have read and researched and tested. This inspires me everyday, to use my creative abilities to make amazing tasty food that is good for me and Darby too.
* I was just as passionate at helping other people achieve their wellness goals, I live and breathe health and wellbeing in my career. This has been my job for the past 8 years and I love it. I know I am good at it too, so now its my turn to practice what I preached!
* I love to cook. Simple as that. Cooking nurtures my soul from the inside out. I am not the best or most sophisticated cook in the world, but I cook with love and I never want to lose that and I don't want to feel restricted to what I can cook because I am on a diet.
I knew these were all great stepping stones but I just needed some kind of catalyst to start me up.
And it came in March, on a girls weekend away. A group of close girlfriends discussing varying topics that girls do. We inevitably started talking dieting and body image and it seemed most of us were somewhat on the same page.
Even though it was sad we all had in common failed attempts of losing weight or somewhat distorted body images, It was comforting to know I wasn't alone.
My good friend spoke of this book that had helped her get in touch with eating intuitively. I stored the details in the back of my mind and as soon as I got home from my weekend, I downloaded it to my kindle.
It sat there for a week unread and then one Wednesday evening I was home alone, with nothing on TV, I opened it up, and from that moment I have felt changed.
It sat there for a week unread and then one Wednesday evening I was home alone, with nothing on TV, I opened it up, and from that moment I have felt changed.
I'm not sure what shifted, but something did. It was the gentle push at first , but the more I read the more intense my feelings were and the happier and more content I felt.
This book spoke to me, it discussed the notions of failing at every attempt to ever lose weight. It went into great detail about how we reach a rock bottom before we do something. I knew ultimately that deep down all I was searching for was a sense of wellness, to finally be at peace with my body and peace with food. It taught me techniques on how to be gentle on myself, to be my own best friend and my own coach.
To achieve wellness, not weight loss. To be happy in my own skin and to feel good about myself, not sabotage myself with all that weight loss jargon out there.
It wasn't just a book, but a new way of life. A way of creating a new relationship with my food, my body and my mind.
Its not about weight loss, its about freedom and honouring the body you have. (Weight loss may come over time, but it cant be the main motivator)
I was nodding along as I read, as so much resonated with me, as it would with most people I imagine.
I am slowly learning to eat based on hunger and what my body actually wants, not a regimented diet, or an elimination of foods. I give my permission to eat any food I like, and you know what, my cravings for certain foods have gone. I eat when I am starting to get hungry and I check in with my body when I am eating and stop when I am comfortably full.
I have also given up sugar, it can still be in my diet if I want it to be, but I have realised that it was making me feel crap and I feel so much more balanced without much in my life (more on that another time.)
To say goodbye to that diet mentality and learning to eat intuitively has been amazing. I feel happier, calmer, and I finally have a sense of wellbeing that I haven't had for a long time. I am respecting my body and what it wants. I eat healthily, not because I should, but because I want to. I want to nurture my body, give back to it, what its given to me.
I want to exercise because it makes me feel good, it gives me energy and that sense of wellness. I exercise because it puts a smile on myself, not because I want to be a size 10.
I have recommended this book to my sister and a few others who I think would benefit as much as I have.
Its not about weight loss, its about freedom and honouring the body you have. (Weight loss may come over time, but it cant be the main motivator)
I was nodding along as I read, as so much resonated with me, as it would with most people I imagine.
I am slowly learning to eat based on hunger and what my body actually wants, not a regimented diet, or an elimination of foods. I give my permission to eat any food I like, and you know what, my cravings for certain foods have gone. I eat when I am starting to get hungry and I check in with my body when I am eating and stop when I am comfortably full.
I have also given up sugar, it can still be in my diet if I want it to be, but I have realised that it was making me feel crap and I feel so much more balanced without much in my life (more on that another time.)
To say goodbye to that diet mentality and learning to eat intuitively has been amazing. I feel happier, calmer, and I finally have a sense of wellbeing that I haven't had for a long time. I am respecting my body and what it wants. I eat healthily, not because I should, but because I want to. I want to nurture my body, give back to it, what its given to me.
I want to exercise because it makes me feel good, it gives me energy and that sense of wellness. I exercise because it puts a smile on myself, not because I want to be a size 10.
I have recommended this book to my sister and a few others who I think would benefit as much as I have.
And to be honest I have only read 50% of the book, but it has already changed my whole perspective, I can only imagine that the other 50% will continue change my outlook.
I know it will delve more into the emotional side of eating and respecting your body. I can see a much more positive future, where food does not rule, and I have a sense of wellness that has eluded me for so long, where self belief in my body answers back to any of those negative feelings.
I know there will be setbacks and times when I may not follow the principles outlined, but with this way of eating, there is no shame or guilt. A setback is just part of the journey.
My only regret is not reading this earlier in life.
If you want to check out the book I am talking about, head over to the Intuitive Eating website, It is full of useful information and is definitely worth a look if you are ready to make a change the way you view yourself, diets and food.
Until next time
Java Jane
*This is in no way a sponsored post, I am just really passionate at how much this book so far has changed my outlook on dieting and how I want to live my life.
I know it will delve more into the emotional side of eating and respecting your body. I can see a much more positive future, where food does not rule, and I have a sense of wellness that has eluded me for so long, where self belief in my body answers back to any of those negative feelings.
I know there will be setbacks and times when I may not follow the principles outlined, but with this way of eating, there is no shame or guilt. A setback is just part of the journey.
My only regret is not reading this earlier in life.
If you want to check out the book I am talking about, head over to the Intuitive Eating website, It is full of useful information and is definitely worth a look if you are ready to make a change the way you view yourself, diets and food.
Until next time
Java Jane
*This is in no way a sponsored post, I am just really passionate at how much this book so far has changed my outlook on dieting and how I want to live my life.
Sunday, April 28, 2013
17/52
This past week I haven't picked up my camera. It's not that I haven't wanted to but it was about time. I think my body was still trying to catch up with last weeks trip away for work. I have been exhausted every night. Darby and I have been sharing the same 8.00pm bedtime.
Hoping this next week gives me a little more balance.
On the upside Darby and I were able to spend some much needed time together on Anzac day. {when the above pic was taken}
Ill be back on track next week.
Linking up in this incredible project with Jodi at Che and Fidel!
Until next time
Sunday, April 21, 2013
16/52
Hello Bright eyes, oh you make my world go round and I love you very much! Your journey this year has been so exciting. I have loved watching you grow and develop in leaps and bound.
This week you went back to school after your school holidays. It was so nice to have been able to spend so much time with you - one on one.
You were excited to be putting your uniform back on, jumping out of your skin to see your friends (and your teacher). You told me as we walked in the school gates that school is cool, and that was all I needed to hear. I knew you would be fine on your first day back. No sign of apprehension, just hugs for your friends and teacher and you got on with your day.
You are learning and growing and changing everyday and I am so very proud.
You are learning and growing and changing everyday and I am so very proud.
Sunday, April 14, 2013
15/52
I wrote yesterday about Darby's love for Batman. So its no surprise when he sees a face painting stand that he begs me to let him have his face painted!
I can never seem to say no. If I had a chance (or wasn't going to get embarrassed) I would get mine painted too. So for the afternoon he personified his favourite superhero. As you do!
{Getting the black paint off was rather tricky and he is still sporting what looks to be black fine lines under his eyes this morning}
The joys of being young again......
Linking up in this incredible project with Jodi at Che and Fidel!
Until next time
Saturday, April 13, 2013
The Batman love affair continues
For the past 18 months or so Batman has featured heavily in our lives. He is Darby's greatest love, well apart from me and his dad I hope (although I do question that from time to time!)
A boy at the age of five, I can kind of get that! Batman, is strong, cool under pressure, rather witty and someone with a strict moral code.
He is a leader, and a friend. He is an only child but has many allies. Unlike all other superheroes he doesn't have any superpowers, none at all. He is just someone who is passionate about what he believes in and has worked really hard to make himself powerful not only physically but mentally. (Maybe I should take a leaf out of his book!)
He is a leader, and a friend. He is an only child but has many allies. Unlike all other superheroes he doesn't have any superpowers, none at all. He is just someone who is passionate about what he believes in and has worked really hard to make himself powerful not only physically but mentally. (Maybe I should take a leaf out of his book!)
I remind Darby of these qualities every day, and when the costume comes out, Darby tries his best to embody that character, to stand up taller, to stride with confidence, to be friendly and to look out for others. It is adorable to watch!
So this week when he put the costume on and asked me kindly to put on his mask and cape, I just couldn't say no.
So this week when he put the costume on and asked me kindly to put on his mask and cape, I just couldn't say no.
I do shake my head a little, but mostly I walk next to him, hand in hand, with pride in my eyes.
Until Next time,
Monday, April 8, 2013
14/52
Oh the raised eyebrows get me every time! That look of concentration across his face and those sweet pink lips curled almost into a smile. I love lazy Sunday afternoons pottering around at home.
School holidays have been awesome, relaxing and I have relished spending so much time one on one with Darby. I forget how much I have missed it!
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