tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post8247068882691716269..comments2022-10-26T10:25:42.762-04:00Comments on Peace of Mind: Letting it goKatehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01082083771212566493noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-58810839625546470472014-07-12T21:47:09.050-04:002014-07-12T21:47:09.050-04:00You're so right Linda. As a mother, it's d...You're so right Linda. As a mother, it's difficult to let go, especially when we feel we know better. I'm starting out w/ letting go of the little things and we'll see how things go. Pick your battles, right?<br />Thanks for reading!<br />Happy Summer!Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01082083771212566493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-48609458619837637802014-07-10T16:47:07.369-04:002014-07-10T16:47:07.369-04:00Letting go is almost impossible when you're a ...Letting go is almost impossible when you're a mom. I just can't help myself but to try to fix things or recommend that it is done a certain way. When we've got 20-30 years on someone you tend to think we know better, right?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18278628082127236151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-63303541872789712152014-07-07T19:45:01.115-04:002014-07-07T19:45:01.115-04:00You're so right Barbara - it is hard to let go...You're so right Barbara - it is hard to let go - and butt out (especially as mothers, when we "know" we are right ;) <br />I love the idea that "letting go" frees us up to do other things though - I hadn't thought about that. I'm going to concentrate on that when I feel the need to control! <br />Thanks for stopping by! (Love all the SITS ladies!) <br />Have a great summer!<br />Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01082083771212566493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-87743009154032310282014-07-06T11:31:37.543-04:002014-07-06T11:31:37.543-04:00I have been practicing "Let it go" for a...I have been practicing "Let it go" for awhile now. It's not as easy as I thought it would be. As a single Mom I was always in charge and the boss. I had to be in control. Now that my 2 boys are grown and beginning families of their own I've learned to allow My Love to make decisions, even though it is so Very hard not to butt in with my 2 cents. I begin to sit back and discover that letting go frees me up to delve into other things I can control, myself and only myself.<br />Visiting from SITS<br />Barbara @ www.allmylivesnow.comallmylivesnowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13313979624504540722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-33369645659693388202014-07-06T08:10:38.016-04:002014-07-06T08:10:38.016-04:00Hi Sarah Ann! (Love your name! It's my daughte...Hi Sarah Ann! (Love your name! It's my daughter's exact name - same spelling of both names as well!) Thanks so much for stopping by, and the follow! Don't you love SITS! <br />Enjoy your summer, and best of luck w/ "letting it go!" So far, it's been working for me!Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01082083771212566493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-61625881891859274872014-07-06T07:57:15.939-04:002014-07-06T07:57:15.939-04:00Thanks so much for stopping by Yvonne! You are so ...Thanks so much for stopping by Yvonne! You are so right! I too have found that stepping back a bit, especially w/ my older children, is healthier for my relationships with them. (Prayer is also a wonderful component in mothering!) <br />Happy Summer to you! Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01082083771212566493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-57736819266236287322014-07-05T15:15:15.676-04:002014-07-05T15:15:15.676-04:00I've been thinking and trying to live out the ...I've been thinking and trying to live out the same principles this summer. Thanks, Frozen, for the inspiration! But it is such a great reminder as we prioritize our lives and look to the future. I'm so glad I found you on SITS. I'm your latest follower!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11558737836052830092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-57212714158001300652014-07-05T10:37:06.004-04:002014-07-05T10:37:06.004-04:00I have been at that place 'being a control fre...I have been at that place 'being a control freak' especially with my kids but as they got older and they began to resist, I realized I was losing them. I had to step back and let go and that strategy came through prayer. It is a lot better now and I've seen remarkable improvements in our relationships. Happy summer and have a great weekend.<br />Stopping by from SITS Saturday sharefest! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14342255888834505873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-13624011040020663182014-07-04T12:57:37.091-04:002014-07-04T12:57:37.091-04:00Hi Kelly ~ I think letting go is especially diffic...Hi Kelly ~ I think letting go is especially difficult for mothers, as our primary job is to organize, coordinate and take care of everyone. Wishing you luck this summer as well! I guess it's finally "our turn" - looking forward to seeing what life will bring! Happy Summer!Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01082083771212566493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5280199229040912893.post-8627842066792278932014-07-03T22:10:34.001-04:002014-07-03T22:10:34.001-04:00Oh this post hits home. This is the first summer ...Oh this post hits home. This is the first summer since 2002 that I'm not leading the charge at swimclub. My son is coaching but not swimming and my daughter is working elsewhere. I am at sea. And trying to let go of things. Yes, he's biking himself to work. A 45 minute ride on busy streets. Yes she's working more than she's home. It's hard not to step in and volunteer to drive them. Or pack snacks and lunches. I salute you Kate. And will join you in song. Brilliant idea. Kelly L McKenziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07649279572727703824noreply@blogger.com