Author: nwomack28

Genevieve meet world, world meet Genevieve!

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So much time, effort and insecurity went into writing this book. If you have been following me from the beginning you know how much went into this book. I am proud that I set out a goal and followed through with it. I am so good for starting things and not finishing them. This book right here is always what I have wanted out of life. Becoming a writer, a published author. As I have stated many times before, rather Genevieve does well or rather it fails. My goal was set and accomplished and I am very proud of myself. If you would like to follow my journey check this book out for yourself.

Take Chances!

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So many things have gone on in our lives the last few years. What I’ve learned is; some things are out of life’s control. My life has been a world wind of ups and downs and back around again. Though through those times. I’ve learned to take chances. I use to be so afraid of what could happen, what wouldn’t happen or how others would feel. However, I can tell you nearly losing your life can change all of that. Nothing can open your eyes more than waking up from something you were supposed to die from. Through the last 4 1/2 years I stop being afraid of what could be or what might be and I have learned to just go with it. From my blog to my YouTube channel to writing my books. I have learned that I will never know what can be if I don’t try. I stop doubting myself and just go with it. One thing I know for sure you never know what can happen unless you try.

I decided from that moment I left the hospital 4 1/2 year ago. If something is meant to be; it will be. With the support of my husband and my children I have learned to take chances. Greatest decision in my life! So I say to you…. Take a chance!

Chris is Gone….

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So on August 12th around 6 a.m. Greg drove Chris to college. It was a very sad moment for me because due to troubles with the rental car service. I was unable to go. Not only was I extremely sad for that reason my baby was going to college. With him playing football there is no telling when we will see him again. Possible Christmas because he could possibly have a game during the Thanksgiving holiday. I thought I would get away without tears however that was not so. As soon as I went to kiss him farewell the tears began to roll down my face. I’ve been trying to keep my mind off the fact he is gone but its really hard. As well last night 8-14-15 Kameron had a breakdown a serious one. He was so use to having Chris home. He would wrestle with him and Autumn when he came home from school and they were like his little buddies. It’s hard when the little ones have to deal with such a huge change. And the last thing Kam said was “How long is college?” When he found out it was 4 years he was completely devastated. Poor little guy!

So my advice to parent going through the same thing. I just told my little Kam and Autumn just because he isn’t in the house anymore. Doesn’t mean he can’t call or text. And most importantly he will always be on your mind and in your heart. The best thing to do with younger siblings even if you think they aren’t that close is to talk with them weeks in advance. Prepare everyone as much as possible for the change. As well tell the older sibling who is leaving to remember their siblings. Even though they have this new found freedom they still have siblings at home. I have always told my children that family is above eveything. When their father and I are gone, all they have is one another. It is really hard for one of the children to leave the house but you can adapt and learn to overcome the situation.

Summertime Illness!

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It’s no fun being ill during the summer. Especially on nice summer days where the sun is shining the pool is cool and other children are outside playing. Autumn has been sick all week and so have I. Unfortunately, due to both of our illnesses we have been unable to participate with anything other than the bed. Tips to keeping little ones happy while sick in bed during the summer.

Make sure to have plenty of popsicles, juices and water especially if they are unable to eat.

Find fun word games or card games that you can play with one another while in bed.

If you have a daughter and she is stable give bed manicures and pedicures

Have some plain paper, coloring books and crayons or markers handy.

If you or your child has a tablet or even on your cell phone let them watch movies. My little sweetie loves watching videos on YouTube

Make plans to do something fun once they are better.

If they are just too sick to participate in any of that. If possible make sure they remain cool. If your child is diuretic and vomiting my doctor suggests the B.R.A.T diet which is simply: bread, rice, apples or toast. No matter the age even adults keep Pedialyte in your home to replace the electrolytes and other nutrients loss due to diarreha and vomiting. For me my little one has been in my room all week. Which not only keeps both of us away from the rest of the family and our illness contained to one room. We are also comforting one another. Remember if things get too bad or last too long consult your physician or make a trip to urgent care or emergency room. Some things are out of parents control.

 

Happy Monday!

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So today after a weekend of garage selling I am extremely tired. My knees are back to hurting, my side hurts and I have the worse headache. My little Autumn isn’t feeling her best either. Though I did do a load of laundry today and folded the laundry I did yesterday. So I guess I made a bit of progress. So the best thing for me to do is continue making those changes to my book.

Staying Focused!

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Hello Everyone,

I know its been a while since I made a post. Sorry to all of you who look for those from me. I am back to staying focused and staying on track with everything. The plan is to do a weekly blog post. I can’t commit to a specific day because life can be crazy. Soon I want to start posting recipes. I guess the advice I want to give to all of you is. No matter what you are doing in life rather you work from home or you work for “The Man” we have to maintain focused. This is something I struggle with often, then I tend to get frustrated with myself because I am not where I should be. Bottom line I can’t put blame on anyone but myself. Especially with my book that I’m sure so many people are waiting for me to complete. I am glad I have gotten myself to a point where I can stay focused finally and focus on why I am doing what I’m doing. The main goal is to provide a stable future for my children. So for me if I am not staying on track then I am not getting any closer to providing my children with the future I want them to have. Though I teach them to be independent and learn to provide for themselves. I still want them to have some kind of financial security in the event they ever get in a bind or my death.

My problem is letting other things get in the way of doing what I need to do. As well as wanting to do to many things at once. If you are like me. My suggestion to you is, outline your plan. Ask yourself these questions:

What is it I want to do? If the answer is many things. Start with the easiest thing first

What is my timeline? Decide when you want to complete your tasks and do your best to stay on track

What is standing in my way? If the answer is family, health, outside job, finances. These are things I deal with, when I can’t sew I work on my book and pdf patterns, financial start off slow or find the things that don’t cost money and focus on that first. Like my husband always tells me. You are working to get things done and you can’t do everything overnight. Don’t stress yourself out. As long as you have the goals in place and are setting them in motion then you are much closer to your goals than you were before.

I could go on and on but my suggestion to you is to love what you are doing. If you don’t love it, if you are doing it because someone else thinks you should. If you don’t love what you do you want get the results you are looking for and you will find yourself to be miserable in the end.

Checking In!

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So it’s been a long time since I’ve written a post and so much has been going on within in our family. I just want to check in with everyone to let you know. I am making strides with my sewing, things are picking up with me finally putting the finishing touches on my book. The kids are doing great, well Justin is having issues with his anxiety flaring up but we are trying to get things under control. All in all summer has been good. Tomorrow Christopher will be turning 18 then soon leaving for college.

Her Broken Heart!

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My little Princess turned 6 on June 11th. She went to school so pleased and happy and came home to be just as happy and pleased. I tried my best to make sure she had everything she wanted for her birthday. I did a really good job of accomplishing that. Though she didn’t go to school on the last day, we still had a pleasant day. Due to unforeseen circumstances Saturday didn’t go as planned for her party. We did get to spend time with one of me and Greg’s good friend and her adorable little boy. Though we had a great time decorating cupcakes and foam picture frames and door hangs. She ended up spending her evening crying on my chest until she went to sleep. The reason? None of her family she wanted to see came for her. Though I kind of expected that to happen and the boys have grown use to it. My precious princess holds a lot of faith in the people she loves and trusts. How could I break her heart and tell her the truth about people? The answer I couldn’t. I took the high road and told her, sometimes things come up in peoples lives and they probably got busy. However you know with our family we can always see them another time. The difference I noticed last night was my boys would normally hold their pain inside and just go to bed then wake up happy the next day. That wasn’t the case with my angel princess. Being a woman and growing up with broken hearts I know exactly how she felt. I just wrapped my eyes around her held her as tight as possible and gave her as many kisses as I possibly could.

My tip to parents who have to deal with this type of disappointment with their children girl or boy. Do your best to let them know how much you love them. If they have siblings let them know that as long as they have their parents and brothers or sisters they will always have a great time no matter what. As well never stop wrapping your arms around them in comfort. Kiss them as much as possible and do your best to preserve their innocence and their hearts. Be their protector when no one else will be. Tell them that sometimes what you do for other people they may not do the same for you. That doesn’t mean you have to love them any less, just tell them to never expect things from people that way they are never disappointed.

Unfortunately you may sometimes have to teach them these life lessons at a very early age. Just like I had to do with my precious little angel.
However, today she did wake up feeling much better playing and happy as always with her brothers, her dad and I. Her precious smile makes me want to keep her as precious as this for as long as I can.

2nd Born Graduated!

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The moment he was born he put a smile on my face. Watching him grow from a small boy to a young man has been the most gratifying moments in a mom’s life. He is the 2nd of 7 and has been a great role model and inspiration for everyone in the family. He believes in hard work and does whatever he has to in order to improve himself. He was a true team player in football and managed two years in a row to achieve 2nd All-State in track/field. Though he has two colleges he hasn’t yet made a decision on whichever one he chooses I know he will do well. May 28th was one of the happiest and saddest moments of my life. And just think I have to do this 5 more times.

Princess Dress Party Invitations!

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What You Will Need:
Card stock
Decorations
Tulle
Hot glue gun
Princess dress template

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First step is to trace the template on the card stock. I folded mine in half so I can cut two at once since I am making 20 invitations.
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Once you have the template traced on the card stock cut out the dress. Your second step is to decorate it to your liking. I added tulle and flat back pearls around the neck line to mine. I also took ribbon to use on the waist line. This project can be done many different ways along with many different colors of card stock and decorations.

Below is the end result of my invitation.

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