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Goodbye March! You were insane.

March was a crazy month.

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I got a Vizsla puppy! I feel like I have two toddlers. He is full of energy and curiosity.

5 Reasons We Chose a Vizsla as Our Family Dog

The Not-Great:

This puppy is killing me. We paid for a Vizsla and got a piranha. This dog BITES. He is constantly nipping. We redirect with toys, yelp loudly, do time outs- you name it, we’ve tried it. This wackadoo just wants human flesh. Also, there’s nothing like living on a 20 minute timer to make sure he doesn’t have an accident in the house. He’s lucky he’s so cute.
I usually feel better this time of year. This year, I don’t. And I think sleep is the answer! This is typically the time of year when I feel “lighter” and “happier”. I think the sleep deprivation from the puppy and baby is preventing this! Hoping to feel “spring-ier” soon!

The Good:

I started an Instagram. I know, I know, I was all about kicking Instagram earlier in the year. I still am, for my own personal account. I did start an official Leaf and Steel account that is just centered around this blog! I had been putting it off for awhile.
The dog is learning a few commands. Let me tell you, “leave it” is the most underrated command. “Sit” isn’t really that helpful. “Paw” is adorable. We are working so hard at training, and I think he’s starting to get the hang of it.
Calendar. I finally got a calendar for my fridge. Now, coordinating child care and dinner is so much simpler! My husband and I both know what nights we need to be out or keep free. I can’t believe I’ve managed to stay married for 3+ years without a shared calendar. It even has a little notes section so I can list things we need to talk about. Not bad for under $10!

April Hopes

Creative writing. I desperately want to set aside some time to do more creative writing. My goal is to participate in a Reedsy prompt competition this month. I have a lot of stories in my drafts that could use some attention!
Build up the blog. I mean, this has been my goal for the past 5-6 years, right? I have some posts planned that I’m pretty excited about. I hope I can get back to posting a few times a week!

How was your March?

Did you check anything big off your list? Learn anything new?

What are your hopes for April?

Let me know below!

More from Leaf and Steel:

I know I have learned a thing or two off of the personal experiences of parents that I don’t know.

I have gathered so much good information from my friends and family, but nothing compares to the wide expanse that the internet gives us when it comes to advice.

I couldn’t find anyone in my personal life that had experienced morning sickness to the degree that I did while pregnant. It was only when I looked online that I felt comfort in knowing that I wasn’t alone, as well as endless tips and tricks on how to cope.

That’s the beauty of online spaces that allow us to share the little details of our life, if we so choose.

So, here are ten more more influencers to follow for inspiration!

Source: @missenocha Instagram

Out of this list, I’ve learned the most from following @ballerinafarm. She’s a farm owner, ballerina, mother of six, and Miss Utah. I love watching her stories about making homemade bread – one of my favorite hobbies as well!

While I have no desire to own a huge working farm in Utah, it’s cool to see how someone else is doing it.

Source: @ballerinafarm Instagram

That’s one of the (very) few things I like about social media – you get to peer into lives that are so much different than your own.

Do you have Instagram? Do you follow anyone on this list?