The Blessing of Monotony

[Vlog 5.10.23] - Dancing, Laughing, and the blessing of a monotonous day!
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[@lenac7655]

I deal with chronic illness & pain daily and I love the blessing of monotony too! Thank God for it. I did dishes, helped an uncle with an online order, made dinner early. Just blessed monotony. Elijah is just precious.🥰

[@mw8243]

67 year old CFer doing pulmonary rehab to build some muscles. Yessireee, weights, bicycle, arm exercises. Breathing great due to Trikafta. That’s my day.

[@bridgwll]

Congratulations on reaching a great age.

[@openlybookish]

Hearing Elijah talk. 😊

[@beckyklepper315]

The beauty of a simple day is just something most people without chronic illnesses don't often appreciate. I've been in bed for almost a month now, lost my job, and just feel so bad everyday right now. It's been a rough month.

[@gramnenew6196]

So very sorry! Chronic Illness is so hard. Hour by hour we can get through our days. Know you are not alone.

[@LynnInSC]

Praying for better days for you! ❤🙏🏼 I had a rough fall so I can relate. Many dr appts, hospital stay, tests, and a mediastinoscopy. But in the end it’s wasn’t small cell lung cancer, no malignancy, or lymphoma. (3 1/2 year kidney cancer survivor)

[@elizabethcabrera5718]

Becky Klepper I am so sorry . Will keep you in my prayers ! Things will get better . Just get down on your knees and ask God for help and guidance he will take care of it for you . Big hug

[@elizabethcabrera5718]

Chronic illness does suck your not alone . I have good moments and bad moments good days and bad days . Try to find something that can take your mind off of it for just a little while I promise it helps .

[@LynnInSC]

Yes, I agree, God is good and He will guide you and protect you. Being His doesn’t mean we won’t go through difficult times but it does mean He will be there with us. ❤️🙏🏼

[@2listening1]

I looooove monotony so much now! 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛😻😻😻😻😻😻

[@babybluecheeks]

I love listening to Elijahs baby talk, so cute.

[@8SmileyLady]

Seeing Peter and Elijah in the rocker reminded me of when my babies were small. I would hold them awhile nursing. I would have a book in my hand most of the time. I believe this became a familiarity that led them to gravitate toward books. They both became readers. To go with the monotony theme, today it is dark and rainy I have the blessing of sitting and reading g, planning on a short family trip with hubby, sister's families and a few grandchildren sprinkled in. I have Crohn's Disease along with a couple other conditions. Years ago I could barely leave the house let alone get to go overnight for something totally fun!! Thank you God.

[@misspepe7416]

My vlog would have been about staying home (mostly home and bedbound) listening to audiobooks, celebrating my pets because it is fun and they are a blessing, calling a friend enjoying the birds outside my windows.

[@haileyhudson4157]

The monotony is MOMENTOUS! Thank you Jesus 😭

[@Drjohnsurg]

Hi dear 👋 I’m Michele Raymond, nice to meet you 😊

[@stephannielyman7704]

Glad to see how happy you are as a family .

[@cynthiajswenson5383]

Thank you for the encouragement to see my monotony as a blessing! 💖💖💖

[@chelseabare]

I went and helped with my 4th grader’s end of year party at school. Then I hung out with my almost 2 year old. Picked up my 7 year old from school. Came home and made everyone snacks. Now just hanging out cleaning the kitchen. Leading our Youth group at church tonight. 💗

[@kanditallant6740]

I made my husband’s favorite meal. Dusted the furniture and changed out my verse on the message board. Oh and watched the Frey life on KZbin. My day has been fabulous! Love the boring life 😉

[@penelopepolinsneemeyer4757]

I had the joy of going craft shopping with my niece xxxxx

[@barbhelle5481]

Elijah is so sweet. I am homebound due to severe RA and spinal stenosis. I am thankful for each day.

[@dothatch5147]

Barb I am so sorry for you. My neighbor has RA. I know you are miserable with spinal stenosis also. God Bless you my friend.

[@barbhelle5481]

@@dothatch5147 Thank you very much. God bless you as well.

[@lorrainesmallwoods7281]

love you all loads xx

[@dothatch5147]

Such a cute video. I love it. Ollie is so precious. He still does what he was trained to do. Im not turning 34 in august butttt im turning 77. I feel fine at the pace of a 77 year old.

[@janineschindler2966]

I went to work. I do home health care. So I went to my first lady today she will be 85 on June 1. Her health is not to good but always so happy to see me. Haha we had a great visit. We went outside because she had breathing problems today. The outside air was a little better for her. Then I went to my second visit a little longer. Went to physical therapy with her. Made a meal for her, helped clean her house. I live helping people. I love to put a smile on their faces. Lol😊😊❤❤

[@kellybuettner5216]

Omg! Seeing Elijah walking was so much fun!!!

[@ashleydover5874]

I went out in Loon Lake in Minnnesota fishing with my youngest daughter and in-law relatives and we saw a mama loon on her nest and my daughter caught a Cropi. The rest of the day has just been relaxing and swimming in the lake 🎣

[@helenneemeyer1602]

I was able to care for my sweet neighbor lady, she had fallen and broke her arm and bruised her hip so it was hard for her to get around,so I checked on her and after 5 days she starting to get around better. I praise the Lord that I was able to help her.

[@Drjohnsurg]

Hi dear 👋 I’m Michele Raymond, nice to meet you 😊

[@virginiagrenier8572]

We went to the local greenhouse and bought vegetable plants and flowering baskets.

[@kaylabarnes]

I turn 30 in Sept. And, I realized, yes, such a blessing to say that.

[@marylonergan8511]

❤❤❤

[@biddiemutter3481]

Love you

[@elizabethcabrera5718]

My volg would be about refreshening my metal items in the yard with spray paint and planting a yellow and purple Lilly’s 😊❤

[@marshatomkins7989]

Oh, you play the same music for Elijah that I played for my kids when they were little! So refreshing. I never thought that “little ears” needed that squeaky, artificial version of great music. I played them plenty of kids’ songs as well, but sung by real people. Here’s an idea. Take the accidental tunes he makes on the xylo and make them into his little songs, maybe adding words. Here’s where it could go: when my son was teaching his young violin students and didn’t like the book music, he arranged songs for them and the set was called “ Songs My Mother Taught me.” *heart swell* You will reap so much from the rich life you’re giving him.

[@vickyz188]

Just love y'all so much ❤

[@user-qc7kt8dv9x]

I went shopping at thrift stores for used fabric. I'm making some Slow Stitching projects for my 2 granddaughters in Singapore.

[@TnWonderer]

Take an onion cut in half and use it to clean grill... before you start to grill cut a potato in half and rub on grill the starch will help keep meat from sticking...

[@cherylrhone3407]

Mary, I'm so glad you, and Elijah are doing well without Peter, being home during the day. Do you still get to have the car to go the library, swim class, and gymnastics? I know how much all of you enjoyed those time. I love you guys. Thank you for sharing. ♥️

[@andreaarmstrong7543]

Today was a day of excitement as I submit my last assignment for the 2 courses of my Bachelor in Health Science - Mental Health and Addiction I didn't think I could even pass the courses (it was my first semester of a long 6 years ahead, then I spend the rest of the day advocating for staff and contemplating if I should apply for a new role which would be the beginning of a new season.

[@rosalynrn]

Take the next step ❣️, hey you have my shirt on ♥️. God blessed from Pennsylvania….

[@karenoleman6887]

Poor Ollie!!!

[@maddieadams75]

Beautiful souls. ❤ Monotony gives us more choices to select from. ❤

[@yomama8873]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nereidgreen6653]

I had an abdominal ultrasound today and afterword I was finally able to take to take my mom out to Olive Garden for a late lunch since moving in with my parents 3 years ago. I am thrilled that she agreed as she’s most comfortable at home. It delighted me after being NPO all day.

[@lindar4648]

I am so happy that your health is so much better. What a wonderful blessing how your life has changed so very much for the better. Enjoy every day!

[@starlamiller7703]

My vlog would be about cleaning out my closet and running errands! 🥰🥰

[@troxie6]

I just retired last week and I am adjusting to my days and trying to slow down a little. Also figuring out what’s next. Monotony is sometimes a great thing!

[@zalomeB]

Today, breathing has been enough.

[@shellabaccus2462]

Thanks for the glass of water tip! I will try it today! 😊

[@monalarsen6364]

Oh my gosh,little guy getting tall.

[@sunnya8]

A very usual day is such a blessing!!

[@Sassygrannyvlogs]

💗

[@nicolabannister3582]

I woke up at midnight after 3hrs sleep, wide awake with tummy pain (IBS) and a mild ish migraine so did some work at silly o'clock then fell asleep on the sofa. Got woken up by my bf this morning and went to bed and slept all morning. Now working this afternoon and later I have tranpolining- my last training session before a big competition this weekend. Sooo my vlog would be about working around your health issues and trampolining

[@thebestcptmorgan]

You can also rip one of the squares of zofran off and use a corner to poke through the paper backing.

[@jademccardle9074]

Love this family ❤❤

[@BNHAalltheway]

Glad You guys had a great day today

[@lindawright7531]

HE IS THE CUTEST LITTLE GUY EVER LOVE HIM . AND SO SO SMART.

[@kimgrube3951]

Ive learned recently to accept joy's in the small things and your channel keeps it forward. Simple things Simple joy's

[@sophierosen9977]

Most beautiful family ever. I love you all so much. Parents getting it right. P.erfect

[@virginiagrenier8572]

You are the same age as my daughter, who just completed her RN schooling. She also has a two years older brother and a two years younger brother. Yep, 3 kids.

[@mmmmlllljohn]

I’m wishing you many more monotonous days, Mary. You have had too many “eventful” days in your past life. Now you get to nurture your beautiful boy and enjoy your mommy days (well, most of them … the terrible twos are coming but I think you will handle them with patience and humour, as usual.😘) ❤️🇨🇦🙏

[@ItsAMbutyoutubechangedmyname]

I’m actually proud of my self today i listened to my body’s needs (don’t happen enough that I listen before my body shuts down on me) so I took naps today maby not blog worthy 😂😂

[@stacyvakassian2334]

I love it. Those days are the best. ❤

[@rivkahmiri513]

I relate to everything you're saying! Beautiful video!

[@carolynlong9148]

So cute the dance party with Elijah. I love those note pj's less be grateful for better health God bless.

[@NotTheFirstNoel]

Loving Elijah’s hair!

[@faithcooper8935]

If I blogged today it would be the struggle of balancing the migraine and the need to clean. Storms coming, poor air quality and fireworks is a perfect storm than having a high heart rate.

[@melanie98d]

Hydration has been a game changer for me lately. It's so simple but it is helpful. Maybe it's the washing or refreshing aspect. I don't know but happy for little things that help my feelings 😊 also Elijahs music is so pretty! Keep it up! 🎶🎶

[@janellekelly867]

Mary I live in Florida and my liver leaval is a 14 I am on 3 different liver pills and alot of water pills to try to get my weight under control form all the liquid in my legs and tummy area you inspire me so much to keep pushing threw all of this I want to thank you and Peter for showing us your life story

[@alicia_kearns]

I'd be vlogging about the craziness of my DME shipment. They sent me 2+ months worth of supplies, and I now have feeding tube bags stashed in every possible drawer and bin in my tiny studio apartment. It's ridiculous. 😂

[@marylonergan8511]

Elijah music pj's are so adorable 🥰

[@marykeegan2606]

Does anyone know where I could buy a set of those musical note pjs? They would look so cute on my organist’s grandson…

[@ivark56ofPA]

That sounds like come and get your love from the 70s band red bone that your singing and dancing too..

[@MommaK9141]

I work at a daycare, but today I had the day off so I took my daughter to daycare and left her with her friends while I went to run errands in the city(an hour away) by myself. I brought my dog and we met some fun people, and one horrible person who grabbed her snout and shook her fave and told me that big dogs don't have brains(she's a border collie/McNab heeler) I was so baffled u have never felt so much anger towards another human. I was so sickened by hurting my dog. The rest of out day was wonderful but I was more hesitant to let strangers pet her after that

[@MommaK9141]

I want to add I've been praying about it, hoping that there was more to his story that I didn't know and maybe he had some Nerodivergence like Autism or ADHD like my son where I could understand an odd outburst like that.

[@DesMowadeng]

The glass of water for anxious thoughts works something similar to giving or having someone drink water if they are crying really hard. Emotions really don't take up thinking space whereas physical movement albeit automatic involve some level of thought to complete. When our brain is overwhelmed with emotion we aren't able to think clearly to accomplish things so tricks like this can be small things we may be able to as a distraction.

[@saramaleneiversen6643]

My vlog would be about me going to get the first ultrasound of my baby. We are leaving to go soon, I'm so excited and so nervous at the same time

[@tracythehippiechick]

I spent the day in the hospital with my elderly client. Just a caregiver. Doing her job.

[@imogenoliver]

I hope Peter didn’t edit this video before his birthday 😬. My day consisted of sitting at my desk doing school stuff, doing the google meet calls for school and going to dancing tonight. Overall pretty normal side from so many calls, usually I don’t have a third on Thursdays. Hope anyone reading this had a good day or alert a day better than the before it ☺️.

[@gthornton3]

Hey from San Antonio Tx

[@connieb4372]

Hey San Antonio.. from Spring/The Woodlands, Texas (just outside of Houston).

[@maclorelei]

We would vlog about lobster fishing, visitors coming and tired chronic body. The blessing of monotony.

[@Lyn4817]

May I ask why Americans use Ball Jars as glssses. It's a question I have often wondered about. Mind, in Australia Mason Ball jars to buy these jars is expensive so they are not many spread throughout the country and we used them soley for food storage and food preservation. Thanks in advance if anyone is able to tell me.

[@kellyfruin4418]

I had cataract surgery. It took 5 tries to start IV and then they for got to give me the meds through it! 😂 I was mad at first but now I can laugh about it .

[@lisakay8288]

My vlog would be about infusing my weekly plasma for my alpha 1 fibrosis lungs. Takes 2 hours to infuse & that is why I’m sitting on my couch watching your vlog. Lol

[@elizabethpappanastos2153]

“We could never have loved the earth so well if we had had no childhood in it, if it were not the earth where the same flowers come up again every spring that we used to gather with our tiny fingers as we sat lisping to ourselves on the grass, the same hips and haws on the autumn hedgerows, the same redbreasts that we used to call ‘God’s birds’ because they did no harm to the precious crops. What novelty is worth that sweet monotony where everything is known and loved because it is known?” - GE

[@ivark56ofPA]

Today is like one of those you are describing in the thumbnail title . Im greatfull that medications you currently taking are still working in Your system and dont have the frequent coughing and finding blood in Your mucus or having to use your vibrating vest not as often as as in seen in the past . i like seeing the little boy dancing to the William Taft overature Or theme from the lone ranger show and i didnt know you guys liked classical music. And elijah playing the glockenspeil which means bells and xylophone in german.. This episode was flimed 9 days before peters 35th birthday and mary you will be 34 years on august 18th time flies and take it in while we still can . todays were seeing this episode on MAY 31st meaning that tomorrow is JUNE 2023 and next one will be On JUNE 2nd yup summer is here already. Til next time god bless you all and PEACE!!!

[@connieb4372]

Zofran works wonders without any sedative side effects like with phenergan. Sadly, I have diabetic gastroparesis and nausea will just pop up from time to time. Nothing worse than being nauseated and not being able to get the zofran out of the package.. in 100% agreement with you Mary! I am grateful to have it in my arsenal. When I run out, I have to resort to chewable Pepto.. which is ick, but better than nothing. Elijah is cute as a bug and he's growing so fast... he's now a walking dude and boy.. does that make you on the move now for sure! I had twin girls (they are about to be 38) and I was lucky because they weren't climbers and did not tend to get into too many things. I was also super lucky to live close to my mom and she was such a help! Take care you three and thanks for sharing a bit of your day with us!

[@nancystewart2063]

Check with your pharmacy and see if they can order the Zofran not in the single packaging. My husband got a prescription for it and it's loose pills.

[@johnsonfamilyvidsvlogs3745]

I endure a lot of monotony

[@kimbo500]

I am going to spend my evening looking into an automatic pill dispenser. I feel like I'm to the point where I might appreciate having one. I hope it's ok for me to use this platform to ask any viewers if they have any input, either positive or negative! I know Mary has used the 'Hero' machine, so I'm getting ready to look up some of reviews. I am permanently disabled and on Medicare - and it looks like the Hero may be at least partially covered. I'll know more tomorrow on that. Thanks so much, any info is appreciated!

[@zenaphillipsjensen7262]

Jep after 30, you stop counting 😂 40 something here 🙋🏽‍♀️ (1982)

[@kaitlynhansen8517]

Were did you get that short handle swifter at

[@callie9343]

I worked my job then worked my home job while being sick unfortunately I'm not blessed unless you count having thyroid cancer,Hashimoto's disease and being poor as being blessed.

[@dawnlimachi6782]

Just curious as to if you own a TV or watch tv?

[@elainehardy3502]

I hate foil pills. My maxalt is like that and trying to open that with a migraine is ridiculous. I had them give me the zofran you swallow and those come in a bottle.

[@sammiejones3982]

I'm surprised the yours comes in a foil pack like that because when I get mine from the pharmacy they put mine in a childproof bottle so I don't have to worry about that maybe you should ask your Pharmacy to put it in a childproof bottle

[@gabytalk8871]

Going to school

[@tracyzabelle]

😆

[@rkirkland3666]

I am parenting a sick kid. Antibiotics are kicking the infection and kid's butt. My other kid got home and we made slime.

[@trishab2147]

Don't cry

[@jasongates-]

I don't think I've ever seen a famous xylophonist, but there's always a xylophone for a child to play with. Someone should use that to become a xylophonist. "Yeah, I think I'm turning 34." In MY case, it was easier to remember my age when I was in school, because my birthday is in the summer, so my age coincided with the school year. So, I was five in kindergarten, I was six in the first grade, and so forth. So, instead of keeping up with the calendar year, I could keep up with the school year, to remember. After graduation, it became "The year I turned however old." Since half the year went by before I turned the next age. 7:46 - 7:56 Every day of the year is Friday for me. It's just wake up for the day, then go to sleep for the night. That's it. So, there's literally nothing for me to vlog. That IS the vlog. EVERYDAY of the year, year after year after year. Everyone wants that life (retirement), where they won't have to do anything, but I want (and need) something to do. It's not as fun and nice as people think. That's no life at all. If I had one day of the week to volunteer at Habitat for Humanity ReStore, then Sundays to teach Sunday school, then a part time job of whatever kind, however many hours per week (even if just ten hours), then a day designated to go shopping, then maybe a day to go to a book club or a genealogy tracing club or a Bible study, and if I could think up a vlog out of thin air, like for example, being able to take a walk, and have a park as the destination of the walk before going back home, and that being the vlog, if there was something, anything, for me to do, like that schedule, that would have been a whole lot better than just wake up then go to sleep. I'm merely staring at the same four walls, and that's it. There isn't anything for me to do or vlog. I need something to do. So, that, in itself, is my vlog. And in fact, no vlog is my vlog, since there's nothing to vlog. So, it's like, why do I exist? So to answer your question, that's what my vlog would be. I guess my telling this story, is the vlog.

[@refugiomarisela961]

Mari I live in Hawai’i I know you are always so busy but Would it be possible to talk to you on the phone whenever is convenient for you PLEASE? I desperately need your advice. My name is Rebeca. Thank you

[@faithcooper8935]

They need to use the same wrapping as my abortive medicine for the zofran.