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So it’s been a while since I last did a Sunday Post. With getting used to my new job, our new routine with working regular hours, and just life with two small kids in general, I just couldn’t seem to find the energy to do a Sunday Post. But what better day to get back into it then Easter?! And I’m really curious how you guys have been doing?!
Here things have been going pretty well. I’ve been working at my new job for almost four months now, and I’m loving it. I even got a permanent contract already which means I won’t have to worry about my job at all. Which is a hug relieve for a perfectionist like me.
Working regular hours and days has been amazing for me and my family. Just being able to be with my husband and kids in the weekend feels so good. I love it.
Out little girl turns four after the summer, and we visited her new school a few weeks ago. She is really excited about it, and I have very mixed feelings. Any moms out here will understand! But luckily we still have a few months to get used to the idea of her going to school five times a week.
Our baby boy turned one in February. I can’t believe how fast he is growing. He took his first steps today and he is one happy little guy. He is so curious, and has more energy than his parents for sure. LOL!! He sleeps perfectly through the nights, but during the day he has days where he only sleeps about an hour. But if he is happy… I am too.
My husband is still struggling with his back hernia. But slowly things are improving. He hasn’t been able to really work for months now, and for someone who has worked from an early age on.. it’s been hard. On him but also on me. I just hate seeing him in pain, and struggling with the feeling of not being able to participate. And honestly, having him home all the time has been an adjustment for me too. Not in a bad way, but I’m just not used to having him around me all the time.
My reading has been going very well these last few months. I’ve been trying to only read the books I feel really excited about, and I’ve been reading some great books for sure. I’ve been sharing my reviews here as usual, and I’ve also tried to share on Instagram.
And today we are celebrating Easter with my parents and best friend. First a brunch here at home, and then we are off to my best friends place.
- Release Blitz ‘Falling Embers’ by Catherine Cowles
- Review ‘Drive Me Crazy’ by Veronica Adler
- Review ‘A Photo Finish’ by Elsie Silver
- Review ‘Princess & Country’ by Emmanuelle Snow
- Release Blitz ‘Always Mine’ by Laura Pavlov
- Review ‘Whiskey & Country’ by Emmanuelle Snow
Received from publisher/author (affiliate links):
What have you been up to this week? What have you been reading?
Maureen is a mom, wife, nurse, and Ravenclaw living in the Netherlands. She spends her days juggling mom-life, reading, blogging, planning date nights with her husband and working as a nurse. Maureen also is a big Anglophile, loves cooking, Gilmore Girls, Bridgerton and Harry Potter.. Always! Facebook | Instagram
I’m glad your new job is going well for you. Enjoy your Easter celebration.
Thank you Mark. Happy Easter.
It is so lovely to hear from your Maureen! I am so pleased that your new job has worked out so well for you, but sorry to hear your husband is struggling with his back. I pray it will continue to get better and allow him to return to work soon. 🙏
As for me, this was my first week of the school’s Easter break, here in the UK; and boy did I need this break! 😅
Excellent news about your job. Hope your husband gets well soon.
My son will be 4 in August so will be one of the youngest when he starts school in September. I can’t believe how quickly time has gone!
Have a great weekend
Emily @ Budget Tales Book Blog
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Thanks Emily. It’s crazy how fast time is flying by right?
Have a great week and happy reading.
Thank you Jessica. I’m excited to be back.
I’m so happy to read you’ve been able to enjoy a little break from work.
Have a great week and happy reading.
I’m glad you have a new routine to settle into, as the health alerts have thrown the world into a new normal. I remember having little ones and worrying about their sleep and my free time.
I hope you have a lovely Easter and enjoy your family time. I like your headers with the cherry blossoms!
Thanks Mia. The cherry blossoms photo was made a few blocks from my home. I saw it and just had to make a picture. I think it fitted perfectly with my new Sunday Post look.
Have a great week and happy reading!
What a positive and uplifting post Maureen. I love hearing about your family. It is hard when they go to school for the first time, I cried when I put my kids on the bus, but you will get used to it. I am so sorry to hear your husband is suffering. Hopefully something can be done to relieve his pain. Congratulations on your contract, that would be a relief. Happy Easter to you and your family. Enjoy your day.
Thanks Carla. And I definitely think it will be hard for me too when she finally does go to school. I have trouble imagining it for now.
Happy Easter and Happy reading!
Glad everything has been going well! I figured you were busy with your new job. Glad your husband is healing too. And oh wow! So happy to hear your baby boy is walking! My niece turned 1 last month, and I feel like she is getting close to walking herself. She stands a lot and when she holds onto furniture she scooches her way to where she wants to go. I feel like it will happen any day now!
Nice new reads too! Those are all new to me ones but I hope you enjoy them all! Happy Easter!
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Thank you Jessica. Congratulations with your niece first birthday. Crazy how fast time is flying by right?!
Have a great week and happy reading.
So great to hear from you! Sounds like things are going great for the most part. Sorry about your husband’s back though. Back pain is a misery for sure. Easter brunch sounds lovely! Enjoy!
Thanks Jinjer. It’s definitely been going well over here. I hope your doing well too?!
Have a great week and happy reading.
Hi there Maureen!
I’ve noticed that you’ve been absent on The Sunday Post a bit, but I saw you were still active on Instagram. Good to hear from you and wonderful to hear you are doing so well!! Very happy for you!
Happy Easter and have a good week ahead!
Elza Reads
Thank you Mareli.
Happy Easter and happy reading.
It seems like your little guy was just born! I’m glad your new job is giving you balance and time with family! I hope your husband’s back continues to heal. Have a lovely week!
Ow I know right?! Time is flying by so fast. I was looking at baby picture the other day.. Crazy.
Have a great week and happy reading.
Have a wonderful day. It was great getting an update from you.
Thank you Kimberly. Happy Easter to you and your family.
Pretty flowers and spring look! I’m glad the new work is going so well. I hope your husband feels better soon. I had pain for months last year and couldn’t do much. Finally with physical therapy I worked back to more normal movement. They grow so fast. Enjoy them while you can.
Happy Easter!
Anne – Books of My Heart This is my Sunday Post
Thanks Anne. My husband has also been taking physical therapy. Slowly on things are getting better.
Happy Easter and happy reading.
Oh! I hope your husband gets better soon.
Thank you.
So nice to see a Sunday Post from you, Maureen! It’s good to hear that you’re enjoying the new job so much. It’s hard to believe that your little guy in one already. Where did the last year go?! I’m so sorry to hear your husband is still in such pain. I hope he finds relief soon.
Thanks Tanya. It’s crazy how fast time is flying by.