So, day after day I get asked how do you do it? Most of the time I say you just do what you have to do and everything seems to fall into place. But, the other day I thought about it and you know what I think the key to being happy and doing it all, is not doing it all. Yes, I know I just contradicted myself, but that is the truth. You really have to choose what is top of your list for the the day, week, month, etc. and you also have to choose not to get upset. Basically, you have to figure out your priorities.
These days my priorities are my girls. Bottom line they come first. They come before a clean house, before the laundry, etc. I must say now that I only have two home with me getting stuff done around the house has become a little easier, but I still make sure to spend time with my little ones.
The other way I do it “all” is simply by not trying to do everything perfect and asking for help when needed (We are so blessed to have Mimi.). Just be happy with what you were able to get done and leave it alone. Don’t harp on it, don’t let it eat away at you, don’t let yourself be unhappy because of it, just accept it and move on. Whatever you didn’t get done one day it will still be there the next.
Another thing I am working on is learning to say “no”. I know this one doesn’t come easy to many of us moms, but sometimes we need to just say enough is enough. We don’t need to be running around all the time, sometimes we just need to be happy doing nothing with our family.
The last tip I have for you is to just not think about it too much. Simply follow your heart and do what feels right. I know this isn’t anything concrete, but seriously it’s that easy. I realize the times I make the most mistakes is when I don’t follow my heart and I try to control things I can’t control. Just love your kids and do the best you can and everything will fall into place.
I’m sorry posting has been off lately, we are so busy (I know I just got done talking about trying not to be busy, but it happens) and I am exhausted. But, everything will be okay. Talk to you tomorrow.