I'm trying to get this "working" mom thing down. My number one problem is my inability to say no. Now don't get me wrong I can say no to my kids and my husband all day(or night) long. I struggle saying no to others. Today instead of cleaning my house, like I should have been doing, I volunteered to help usher small children onto boats to go out to Christmas island and visit Santa. Now I'll be honest I did get a major perk out of this that I feel made it all worth while. My kids, all five mind you, got to swoop in past the looooong line and get on the boat first, take their adorable picture with Mr. Claus, and then go home. No long lines, no tantrums, no kids falling in the water, they were in and out and then done. We have never even been to this event before because I don't like long lines where children grow restless and cranky. It was a great experience for all of them and all I had to do was volunteer for 3 hours. Not bad I think.
I can't do this as much anymore as I think I can. I not only work, I go to school, I am the treasurer of the school PTA, I am the chairperson of the activities committee in our community, and I am on the swim team committee, as well as many school commitees, oh and did I tell you I have 5 kids??? I live in controlled chaos, day in and day out! I am also not good at cutting back. The kids all have their own schedules too. Sydney is in dance 6 days a week, plus girls scouts and vollyball. Avery is always in at least 2 sports and cub scouts. Colby has just started playing sports and we have Rusty tag along, because it's easier.
Wow Danielle! I am thoroughly amazed at how much you do. It's an inspiration~ I agree with you on staying busy. I think it's way more important to be involved in activities for the family than to have a spotless house. I hope your housekeeping dream isn't too far away. I'm sure that you can make it happen! BTW, love your blog. You should check mine out too!
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