So now that you know why my blog is called Mud Puddles, let me tell you a little about myself. I am a woman, wife, mom and child of God. I have been married 8 years and have 3 beautiful children. A 4-year old daughter and twin boys who are a year and a half. We live in beautiful Western North Carolina, where we have found a great church, friends and wonderful place to raise our family. I grew up in North Jersey, yes NORTH Jersey! I had lakes and mountains, where I enjoyed swimming, sailing, hiking and skiing! I loved it! I then went to school in eastern Pennsylvania followed by a move to Myrtle Beach with my parents after graduation. Myrtle Beach wasn’t really my cup of tea, except that I met my husband there. And boy did God bless me with him! We lived there for a few more years, got married (in Western NC) and then moved here less than a year later. I am blessed to be able to stay home and raise my kiddos while occasionally working as a Physical Therapist Assistant at a nearby hospital. Throughout my life writing has always been a big part of who I am. Most of the time my writing was for people in direct contact with myself, be it personal relationships or groups in which I was a member. Recently, I have been feeling the pull, the desire, to share my writing and thoughts with others. Cause what better time then when you have a four year old and twin crazies running around? Well, that’s exactly what I thought too! What better time! What better time, then when I am in the thick of things to sit and write. Writing has always been a type of therapy, outlet and joy for me. It also helps me think. And most of the time, I can figure out my thoughts when I have time to process them onto paper. So for me, this really is the best time to make myself write more frequently. I have hesitated writing a blog for some time now and am finally facing my fears. Stepping out of my comfort zone and facing my giants. I have always struggled with what others would think about my writing and who I am. But recently I have decided, who cares. Or at least that’s what I keep telling myself. I used to worry about if people would dislike me because of what my feelings and beliefs were. Well, if I want to be able to grow into the person God has created me to be and go where I feel God leading me, then I need to step out and be that person. Stick my neck out there and if I can help one person through my writing, then its worth it. I have been through some tough times in my life, just like you, and maybe through my journey and figuring out my way I can help you in yours.
In this world of social media there are places and things to read about everything. I want to contribute. I want to write to people who might need someone in their corner cheering them on. Or give someone hope when they have lost someone dear to them. Becoming a mom and being home with these tiny humans can be a challenge and sometimes the biggest thing I need is someone to remind me that this is what God made me for. I need to remember that God doesn’t want me to be like everyone else and we are all made as individuals. Kids included. I still struggle with areas of my life and I have had 36 years of practice. Some days, I just need to know that I am doing a good job, and when all you have are 3 kids doing your annual evaluation, you better believe that’s not the result. So here I am, doing something that scares the you-know-what out of me because I feel that God has placed in my heart something that could be worthwhile to someone else out there. If that’s you, I am glad you found me! If it’s not, maybe I can give you insight for a friend or family member going through trials and tribulations of this messy world we live in and you can get a little giggle or inspiration while you’re here. So here I am…scared, vulnerable, excited, overwhelmed, happy and ready to embark on this journey. So let’s get started and remember to enjoy the journey we are on, however bumpy and exhilarating it will be!
Mud Puddles 