To be a working mom, is to continually struggle with this idea of balance. How much time is enough with your children? How much time should be dedicated to a job I long to do well? What about "me" time or "us" time for hubby and me?
The balancing act is a delicate one. I've read many blogs written by women who seem to do this with grace and beauty. I've never felt much like a ballerina in this dance. More like an elephant on a high wire, to be sure.
So, today, I am thankful for my family. This family who has given me support and accolades when I've worked hard to make them my priority and forgiveness and compassion when I've failed. I am thankful for my husband who quietly sits with my incessant exploration to find this perfect balance and my ridiculous attempts to be all things to all people. I am thankful that he lets me try and never says "it can't be done." I am thankful for three amazing children who constantly remind me that they will fly only when I remember to let go.
I am thankful for my parents who listen, and worry (but never let me know that they do). I am thankful they are near and very present in our lives. I am thankful for extended family, those near and far. I continue to be amazed that each one comes into our lives at just the right time.
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| Mom, Dad, and brother on his wedding day |
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| My Grandmother |
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| My family, my brother, and his new wife |
Abundant blessings, indeed!
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Balance? Oh, I am so with you. I do not work outside the home right now, but am gearing up to go back to work soon. I worry about balance. I worry about trying to do it all. I worry about the loss of "me" time. You are not alone!
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