If Mom Can Do It, So Can I!

Today as I sit in the office at work waiting for my next client, I can't help but look forward to my next few days at work. I suddenly got the overwhelming sense of, "Will I make it to the weekend?". The answer is always yes, but it sometimes takes a little extra motivation to get over these speedbumps.

At times like these, I think it's important to slow down and enjoy the day, and think about what has brought me to this moment. I find that when I rush through my every day, I miss the important things in life. I look back and think- wow- what a crazy day! Or I look back and say- what the heck did I accomplish today?

Since Dale has been working his tail off, I have come to the conclusion that it is important for me to try to do the same. Sure, I may not be working 12 hours a day, but I can do my best to keep up! Work already keeps me plenty busy, but I think it's my down time when I'm at home that I sometimes ask myself- what should I be doing right now? Working a split shift can be tricky becasue I have not 1, but 2 down times that I am at home. People ask me what I do during my breaks, and the honest answer is- I keep as busy as I possibly can! I will drive myself crazy if I'm at home feeling "bored".  It's usually not hard to find something to do. It typically begins with vacuuming, then cooking , then laundry, and so on, and so on.

I had the conversation wtih my dad over the weekend about teaching myself to be more independent. I usually depended on Dale, my parents, or Natalie to be there and keep me company when I need it. This has always worked, until now. The truth is, that's not how life is. Someone is not always going to be right around the corner at the moment you need them! As I look back, I can always remember my Mother being busy with something around the house. She never seemed to sit down, and always had a million things to do. Mom was always busy! If she can do it, why can't I?  My Mother has taught me over the years that there's always something to do- you just have to find it. Don't rely on someone else to keep you entertained- find your own passions and things that you enjoy doing--all by yourself. Thanks Mom!

Although it has taken me about a year to get to this point, I finally feel like I can make it on my own, without depending on someone else to pick up all of my loose ends.  Just to set the record straight, this is not to discount Dale, or any of the love or support that he gives me. But truthfully speaking, it had to happen sooner or later- right!? It makes me proud to say I have found ways to do to keep myself on my toes- always thinking. Whether its a new workout, recipe, sewing project, or something to clean/organize around the house- I can honestly say I'm getting there! Well not quite, but almost.