I know, I know, I haven’t blogged in a while. I used maternity leave and summer vacation as a time to bond with my babies and recharge. But, now the boys are back in their routine and I’m back to work!
New Sibling Love.
I’m not going to lie, getting back to the office was even harder the second time around. But, days like today, I’m reminded how lucky I am to work somewhere that had such a huge impact on our country over 150 years ago and continues to inspire millions of people each year.
What is it about Gettysburg that sparks such inspiration?
In my humble, non-history buff, novice opinion—it’s the stories.
As a mom, I understand the power of a good story. My oldest son’s new favorite thing to do is go to the library and get books for bedtime. It’s such a joy for me to see him take his time looking through the countless titles until he finds that magical book that takes him into a different place and time.
And, if we’re really lucky, leaves him wanting more.
Lately, it’s all books about dinosaurs and sharks. Like all kids, I’m sure he feels small and powerless at times. These huge creatures are the opposite. He strives to be like them—he’s intrigued by their size and dominance.
Brooks and his dinos.
Gettysburg does the same thing. Just like the library has countless stories on millions of topics that can take you anywhere, Gettysburg has something for everyone. You can find yourself here.
The soldiers and civilians who fought and lived here came from all different backgrounds with all types of occupations. They were mothers, sons, fathers, artists, officers, statesman, seamstresses, and teachers. They enjoyed music and poetry, fell in love and bore families, dreamed big, and lost hard.
Today, I had the opportunity to share stories from the section that I connect most with—the women of Gettysburg’s collection.
Sharing stories.
Modern women have our share of trials. We battle the work/life balance, struggle with mommy guilt, strive to keep marriage exciting, cope with negative body image, aim to be Instagram ready, avoid Pinterest fails, master multitasking, arrange time for girlfriends, focus on being present, get ahead at work, navigate through dating apps, nail school projects, and the list goes on.
Some days being a woman of the millennia seems impossibly exhausting. But, I can assure you, it’s nothing compared to what those women encountered in 1863.
It’s really not even close.
I was interviewed by legendary interviewer David Hartman today to bring their stories out of the 19th century and into the hearts and minds of today.
David Hartman!
Together, along with his awesome team at Argentine Productions and the Gettysburg Foundation, we are working to share Gettysburg’s incredible story collection with the masses.
I can’t wait to share these stories with you.
I promise there’s a title for you in the 10 videos in the works—stay tuned.
Lesson # 8. Inspiring projects like this make coming back to work easier.
Noted.
Noted. 