Oct. 2, 2008 - Enjoy the journey
So, what do you think of my homemade invitation for a tea party?
I think I must be manic/depressive. One moment I am full of plans and ideas, and the next moment dread and worry and not wanting to be social one iota.
This party is being given by my six-year-old daughter and I, and I have to make sure I include her in on the plans. She so much wants to help, and if I can be graceful enough to let certain of my ideal standards slide, it's a time she will remember with joy I hope. So tomorrow we sit down and plan the menu, and she did mention already I should have brownies. This girl is a die-hard chocolate fan. H'mm. I can't say I've ever successfully made brownies. So perhaps we should practice in the weeks leading up to our event.
As happens to others, at least I think I'm not the only one, the event should not be the main event. It's the time spent preparing and planning and sharing with our loved ones along the way that can sometimes be more enjoyable than the ending. It's so easy to busy ourselves with life and when we get to the end to have not enjoyed the journey.
So, cliche: Stop, and smell the roses. Really this time.
Comments
Oct. 29, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by MarlaMom
I totally know the feeling! I love planning a party (initially) and then the dread of the actual DOING hits me! I just had an American Girl birthday/tea party for my oldest. She turned 10 in September, but I was not up to a party then, so I postponed it a month. Mommy's pregnant prerogative, I say!
By the time we were a couple of days away from the party, I was ready to just call up everyone and tell them to stay home. Fear of what they would think of my house especially overwhelms me! How stupid! My house is fine. Thankfully, it went over well. I had help. And eventually everyone goes home. It really was nice too.
Oct. 29, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by MarlaMom
by the way, the invitation is beautiful. Great job!
