Monday, August 22, 2011

Crying Uncle...

So I often try and do it all...

I get the kids to help..
but make lots of room
for their busy schedules too!
I spend time with them..
I listen to their stories..
I referee their arguments...
I pack their lunches..
I keep in touch with teachers...
I monitor their homework-
I taxi them to events..
and arrange play dates
and sleep overs...
as most parents do!

I give my all at work..
and love what I do!

I also go to college..
trying to give them more
one day
than I currently
can now.

and sometimes-
its too much!
sometimes-
I feel like I am drowning!
sometimes-
I wonder if I will ever catch my breath!
sometimes-
I cry uncle!

Today..
I cry uncle..
reassessing what I must do..
and what I must not!
looking for ways
to alleviate the pressure..
but , also knowing-
that today
I cry Uncle!
but;

tomorrow-
I will be OK!
tomorrow-
I will regain perspective!
tomorrow-
I will embrace the business!
tomorrow-
I will breathe deeply!

Today-
I will remember
that Tomorrow is still to come!



6 comments:

  1. Yes, tomorrow is another day. I always love how you find the joy in everyday things.

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  2. Your kids will always know what you did for them and they will always appreciate that.

    When I was a kid my dad worked two jobs which meant I rarely saw him but boy I loved him.

    But you must also make time for you!

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  3. Boy! I hear you!!!!!! I cry uncle on many occasion!! I hug you gently
    SueAnn

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  4. wow! can I relate to that! You are superwoman but even superwoman needs a break now and then. Make sure in that busy schedule you schedule some time for yourself!

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  5. Such strong and meaningful words! Thank you for sharing!

    WM

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  6. i completely understand. some days i feel like i'm moving through quick sand, others i feel like i can solve the world's issues.

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