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June 21, 2012

Make Time…

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Today is a busy day. I’m headed to Charlotte, NC to speak at the Type A Conference.

In case you didn’t already know… I am not Type A. Therefore, all of my packing, planning, shopping, getting the kids ready for me to be gone for 4 days, etc. is being crammed into the first half of today.

Like most mornings, I woke up early, grabbed my phone in a groggy state and participated in my daily therapy session… a quick glance into my friends lives on Instagram. As I was doing it, I came across a photo and some compelling words from my Instagram friend, Jennifer, of the blog The Divine In Everything. She said one thing in the context of a post that changed the potential pace of my day… she said “a rushed cup of coffee is totally pointless.” That wasn’t even the message of her post, but it is what stood out for me on this day where my mind was running over all the things that needed to be done.

My track was changed… I sat down this morning and slowly and sweetly enjoyed a cup of coffee. More so, I sat down, without the buzz of technology or the clatter of voices… in the quiet…and savored the fleeting moment of calm this morning.

I hope you take the time today to not only smell the roses, but to slow down and savor a moment of your own.

Enjoy.



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  1. bridget {bake at 350} says

    June 21, 2012 at 8:06 am

    Great sentiment!

    Funny, when I heard you were going to the Type A conference, my mind went immediately to your impromptu dinner parties and thought, “she’s TYPE B!!!” Haha! Hope they let you in. 😉

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    • Kristen says

      June 21, 2012 at 8:08 am

      Ha! I know!! I’m so nervous that my cover will be blown while I’m there and I’ll get booted out 😉

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      • Windy says

        June 21, 2012 at 10:09 am

        Just tell people how the towels in your hotel room were SO not straight . They’ll never catch you! 😉

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  2. Rachel Cooks says

    June 21, 2012 at 8:16 am

    Have fun at the conference! I’d fit right in there. 😉

    Oh, and have a cup of coffee for me. 🙂

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    • Kristen says

      June 21, 2012 at 8:20 am

      Oh girl, you totally would. Want to take my place?

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      • Rachel Cooks says

        June 21, 2012 at 8:21 am

        I don’t do speeches. No way no how. 🙂

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  3. Jennifer Hagedorn Dizon says

    June 21, 2012 at 8:37 am

    Hello Kristen! I am all smiles for the connection and the mention, thank you so much. 🙂 I also want to wish you a really good time at the conference… I think you’ll do super fine by being your not-Type-A self.

    Cheers to savoring everything!

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  4. Bev Weidner says

    June 21, 2012 at 9:37 am

    I’m Type OMG.

    Have fun!

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  5. Cassie says

    June 21, 2012 at 9:56 am

    Beautiful! I am looking forward to hearing about this conference. I have always been type-A but feel that I get a little less type-A as I get older. Personality fascinates me.

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  6. Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch says

    June 21, 2012 at 11:05 am

    Love this, so very much! I’m with Bridget, I absolutely know you aren’t a Type-A, but are the most fun Type-B I know! I’m right there with you – I’d definitely be kicked out.

    Have fun!

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  7. Jennifer @ Mother Thyme says

    June 21, 2012 at 11:11 am

    Make time to savor my coffee is exactly what I need to stopping trying to do and just do. Thank you for sharing this. These are words that I needed to hear. Have a lovely time in Charlotte.

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  8. Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says

    June 21, 2012 at 11:54 am

    You are going to be just fabulous! Have fun and send pictures!!! And I totally agree about the coffee. It’s a ritual for me 🙂

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  9. Mrs. L says

    June 21, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    Seriously needed to read that today. I may just go get a coffee after work and take a few minutes to actually taste the dang thing. Amazing how something as simple as reading one of my favorite blogs makes me realize I need to take a bit of mental break! Thank you!

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    • Kristen says

      June 25, 2012 at 6:12 am

      🙂 Thank you for being so sweet! Hope you get to relax!

      Reply
  10. Stacey S says

    June 21, 2012 at 6:53 pm

    Awesome post – I’m glad that my son is in a summer program – and hubby is working up north – so I have little guilt for getting away to a workshop this weekend in NYC. Yes!!

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  11. what katie's baking says

    June 21, 2012 at 10:52 pm

    this inspired me, i’m going to do the same thing tomorrow morning.
    good luck with your speech!!

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  12. Paula says

    June 22, 2012 at 7:21 am

    Thanks for passing on the message you took from Jennifer’s post. We all need a gentle reminder to just sit and breathe every once in awhile. Enjoy the conference as much as those attending will enjoy your presentation. Would love to hear it!

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  13. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says

    June 22, 2012 at 10:46 am

    Ahhh…so true on the rushed cup of coffee bit. I’m thinking about you, hoping your conference goes off super well for you!

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  14. Ron Merlin says

    June 23, 2012 at 1:26 am

    I so get it, but can’t help but say…….

    Oh, so THAT’S why you ain’t drawn no pitchers’……. ha ha, hope you get my humor.

    Reply
    • Kristen says

      June 25, 2012 at 6:10 am

      Hahaha – you crack me up! I got back in there and drew, just for you! My regularly nightly draw something routine will return, now that I’m back home 🙂

      Reply
  15. Natalie @ Cooking for My Kids says

    June 23, 2012 at 7:48 am

    I thought of you all day yesterday. Did you give your speech yet?

    I wish that I could say that I am not Type A, but you know me well enough to know that would be a total lie. I am just glad that A’s and B’s can still be friends. 🙂

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  16. kellypea says

    June 24, 2012 at 8:06 pm

    Wise decision. It all gets done. I’ve learned that. And even if it doesn’t, going away with a smile on your face is more important than the nth detail. I think it’s what I love most about being retired. I savor very small things on a daily basis. It makes me smile. Have a great time!

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  17. Sommer@ASpicyPerspective says

    June 25, 2012 at 6:17 am

    Hey, if you pass through Asheville on the way back, Give me a ring!

    I’m not Type A either, so I’ve never been to that conference, but I here it’s a good one.

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  18. Garrett D. Andres says

    June 25, 2012 at 6:46 am

    Awesome post!! Have fun at the conference!

    Reply
  19. Jen at The Three Little Piglets says

    June 25, 2012 at 7:14 pm

    I was just thinking about this earlier today – when I was in Seattle for BlogHer food I made plenty of time to just sit with a cup of coffee or sit at the park and stare at the water and the mountains. Since I’ve been home I’ve been like a crazy person! I need to make it a priority to make time every day to slow down and appreciate what’s around me…

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  20. Shannon Telch says

    July 11, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    Even if you are always in groggy condition, it seems you can be able to handle it all. You are a versatile mom and I am proud of you. Good luck to your conference. On the other hand, take some time to relax and unwind.

    Reply

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