Finding a rhythm

I think once you have kids you are forced to learn to be flexible, whether you like it or not. When you add more kids into the mix I find we are tested even more and more. It is so hard to find the balance between family time, work, kids' activities, husband/wife time (get your mind out of the gutter!), exercise, fun, and time with friends. Let alone household chores, cooking, shopping, etc. That is a LOT to cram into every week or even day.

Throw in illness, bad weather, work stress, unexpected life happenings, and even the most well-oiled household can get out of whack.

Jimmy and I are frequently fine-tuning the balance in our house. We try to recognize each other's need for time alone. I am trying to find time to run 3 days/week, even if it means getting up an hour earlier than usual because that's the only time to fit it in. For me, running is a huge stress reliever and I feel better when I'm consistent with it. We are also both making an effort to make time with friends by tag-teaming time with the kids so the other can occasionally go out with a friend. And I am in the process of interviewing babysitters so we can go out on actual dates on a regular basis.

Will the scale ever be fully balanced? Doubtful. But we are going to try to get it as close as possible. And if some days the weight is a little heavy on one side, we'll re-adjust. Adapt and overcome is a motto we use. And it's so true.

Keep an eye out for some February pics/videos coming soon!