I’m in a funk. And not the good kind. I feel pretty weird saying that, since it’s my name and all, but I don’t know how else to say it.

My poor kids have to deal with some major mood swings these days. I get pretty angry and irrational at the snap of a finger. I’m exhausted. Funny thing? It’s really hard to take a nap when there are always at least three kids at home, one of which is ALWAYS AWAKE.

I need to exercise. Not just for my self-esteem (which is very, very low right now) but to clear my head and blow off some steam. But, um…I don’t think it will help much if I’m wrangling kids at the same time.

I need to get out of the house and do jewelry shows. With adults.

I need to figure out what’s going on with Ervin’s feeding and growth.

I need to let go of the anger and distrust I’m feeling towards the lactation consultants that didn’t recognize Essie’s tongue tie almost two years ago. It’s not helping my moods and it’s not helping me think clearly about nursing Ervin.

I need sleep.

Anyway, that’s why I haven’t been very vocal lately. The name of this blog has never been more true!

Now, in an effort to not end this on a downer note, here are some pictures from our Mother’s Day photo shoot…