Sunday, June 12, 2011

The Next Chapter . . .



Welcome to a new episode of "Confession Corner," my friends. For a while now, I've been flat-lining in my life. Hormones? Burn-out? Maybe nothing? Frankly, I haven't felt excited nor have I been down about having a new baby in 8 weeks. I've just been neutral. But today, for the first time, I had a little glimpse of excitement as my baby was turning around in my tummy like a small bundle of laundry in the dryer. Then I got out pictures of my boys when they were brand new. The photo above (taken by my sister, Jenny Winkel), is of the last time I had a baby. I was 22. And then I got all teary-eyed and so grateful that I get to have this adventure all over again. Life doesn't stop when you have kids. It gets better, like when the plot thickens in a really good book. I'm eager for the next chapter.

Posted by Mindy Gledhill at 4:43 PM

14 comments:

  1. Erin SkidmoreJune 12, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    that picture melts my heart!

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  2. mollyJune 12, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Beautiful words, beautiful pictures.

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  3. LambzannJune 12, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Such a beautiful picture! I know the feeling!

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  4. EmilyJune 12, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    I love it when a plot thickens! (And I love the photo.)

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  5. Treble Clef ♪June 12, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    We had an 8 year gap between babies and I had similar feelings. When it was all said and done it was magical all over again:) So happy for you.

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  6. Mindy GledhillJune 12, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    Thanks for the comments, ladies. Yeah, don't you just miss film photography? It feels different to me than digital.

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  7. Megan and Keli'iJune 13, 2011 at 12:41 AM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous photo, Mindy. I love Jenny's work.

    Beautifully written, as well. And you know, if we don't have family in this life, then we have nothing. How fun that our family's are growing and building and our plots are thickening.

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  8. TifaniJune 13, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    Congrats Mindy, I am sooooo excited for your little family to have that something sweet to eat all day long!!!! Our little miracle baby was born 6 years after my son and was 2 months early, she is 16 months now and has us ALL wrapped around her little finger! AND whose name is it that she is saying now before any of the others, Doyle her big brother! 6 years older than her! I love it!!!!

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  9. BritJune 13, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    I needed to hear that today. Thanks. And congrats on your new addition. I bet your the best mom ever.

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  10. UnknownJune 13, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    So excited for you and your new chapter, Mindy. And what a beautiful commentary on your position in life right now

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  11. AngelaJune 14, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Congratulations Mindy!! I am a mom of all boys too...for now:) Maybe your next one will be a girl! No matter the gender though, that's one lucky baby to get to hear his/her mom's beautiful singing voice everyday!!

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  12. stevensingsJune 14, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Best wishes to you Mindy! Life may be flatlining, but one thing that will always be vibrant is your music. Take care!

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  13. AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Having just had another baby three months ago, I understand! Everything was so magical the first time around, a bit less so after that, and by time this baby came around, there were a lot more unpleasantries. I have to say though, laughing at myself and just letting all the grump go (most the time) made this one of my most enjoyable pregnancies, even with the extra hurt thrown in. I don't enjoy being pregnant or giving birth, but it is so magical anyway. My little bundle is such a joy. His dimples and coos can melt anyone's heart. Keep yourself cool this summer!

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  14. LKPJune 16, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    wonderful words! turn this into a song somehow, please. :) i'm a mom of one who aches to be the mom of more biological children, however my one is going to be 14 next month... therefore she may continue to be my only. my heart is so happy for you and this new chapter, while it longs for another chapter to add to my story... :)
    luv ya tons!
    ::hugs::

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