Yesterday after I wrote that bleak outlook of a post, I realized that there are things that I let go by the wayside because I've been obsessed with what's been going on at work. Actually, I started letting things really slide when the camp episode happened. Maybe it was the excuse I was looking for to let my life start to spin out of control.
Honestly, I think that sometimes things start going well and I think I don't deserve it and I somehow create drama and sabotage my life. It's a recurring thing - always has been, but hopefully will end now that I've copped to it. So yes, I let things slide like working out and eating right; planning fun family events; and just enjoying my family and my good fortune. But today I am thinking that I need to pull it together. I need to start going back to the gym and getting back into that routine that I was so happy with. There is a lot of summer left and I need to plan fun family events like visiting the Morton Arboretum and the National Railroad Museum.
My 3 year old will be turning 4 at the end of August and there is much planning that needs to be done for his birthday party. Last year we canceled it because we were in the midst of packing and moving. This year, I want to have a big to-do because little kids should have big to-dos on their birthdays! So, there are a lot of things to do - things that have NOTHING to do with work!
Your oldest boy will not remember that you cancelled out on him when he turned 3. 4 years old, not so much. But when he turns 5... you better have something memorable planned! Otherwise, they will remember and use it against you when they're older. lol
Posted by: Mary Anne | June 30, 2008 at 08:23 PM
Sorry that work has been rough. You're right to start focusing on what's really important in life. My little one will be turning 4 in August, too. Hope yours has a happy, happy birthday!
Posted by: Asianmommy | June 30, 2008 at 09:08 PM