October 13, 2008
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I thought I'd write a little anyway. Right now, I just clobbered myself in the upper lip with a laundry basket. Don't ask me how, I really didn't think I was so talented but I'm sporting a lump on my lip and it really doesn't feel all that great.
I wonder why I try to do so many things. Is it a "mania"? I sometimes feel so overwhelmed with all that needs done around here! There's so much to do and so much I would like to do. I certainly don't feel like a Super Mom at anyrate. With homeschooling 4 children plus running a couple of "in-home" businesses having a baby and the list goes on and on.....I suddenly find myself multi-tasking! HMMM why didn't I know that I wasn't capable of it before? I used to be able to knit, piece quilt tops (don't ask me to quilt them!).....and now, I don't have time to keep the kitchen clean. Oh my.
Yesterday, it hit me, I had a hired girl in Guatemala. That helped me find more time for other fun stuff.
Last night Kaitlyn had me up 5 or 6 times. I had rearranged our bedroom to accomodate a little toddler bed I found a yard sale last week. It is really cute and takes up the same space as a crib. So, I've been trying to see if she'll sleep as well in that. It lasted an hour. WAAHHHH!!!! She is cutting teeth big time and it HURTS. She refused to nurse so I got up and walked her around and got her settled. A half hour later, WAAHHHH! again, then an hour later. After the 5th time, I gave up and put her in with us...at least, when she belly-aches, Vernon takes his turn comforting her.
She finally settled. I wasn't sure if it was just her teeth or an after effect of the cabbage casserole we had yesterday. Sure hope tonight goes better.
Well, I am going to sign off. Love to all, Kim
PS Sorry this was more of a dump than uplifting but I got it off my chest for a little anyway.
Comments (4)
believe me i know what you mean about never having time for everything and multitasking.
I had 13 important tasks on my list this morning and I didn't quite get through them all. I'm just very glad I'm not trying to juggle a baby right now!
With housework, homeschooling, the store, bookwork and appointments for Mom and Pop I'm just about maxed as to what is humanly possible to fit into a day.
I repeat to myself multiple times a day, "The house does not matter. The cobwebs do not matter. I will have plenty of time to clean this place when the children are older." And I'm sorry about your rough nights, those are too fresh in my memory although our little guy is sleeping nine hours at night now.
Kim, I'm sorry you are having a hard time. I understand. Last week wasn't to bad but the 2 weeks before that was. I was gone everyday from Wed-Sunday!! That makes life a bit chaotic!!!! Plus trying to school and keep house on top of having a sick baby it was a challenge. I'll try to pray for you more.
Heidi
Just wanted to say Hi.. wondering how it would be to juggle a baby and young motherhood with the schedule of my life.. blessings on your day. Kim