So much to do, so little time

Ever have that feeling that no matter what you do, how hard you try, or which direction you move, that you just aren't moving forward? That as soon as you cross something off the To Do list, two more things have magically appeared to take its place. And on really rough days even staying in the same place is a challenge. No - well then you are lucky and can move on to some else like perhaps learning to knit.

For the rest of you, you are not alone. Whether it is juggling the kids' extracurricular schedules to maximize the residual time available, what there is of it, to get homework done, have some down time and plan for the next day, it is not surprising we all feel a little crazed at times. But what I find really interesting is how people manage or deal with the onslaught we call Life. For some it just buries them deeper and deeper into a quagmire that shows no sign of abating. For others, like myself, the more there is to do, the more efficient I get - yep, I am not great with "down time". My mother often marvels (and I assume with positive intent) that she doesn't know how I "do it". Not sure what "it" is, life perhaps, but what other choice do I have. And really, there are tons of people out there who do "it" a hell of a lot better and with more of "it" than I. But it is not a competition (although some, with their almost bragging about their insane schedules, would not necessarily agree).

So to those of you who feel your lot is way worse than anyone else's, don't be afraid to ask for help. And remember, the time you spend complaining/bragging about how much you have to do is time that could have been put towards crossing something of your "it" list. For the rest of us, we will keep trekking along, relishing in the fact that our sons and daughters are not loving what they are learning - be is soccer, hockey, piano, swmming, .... - and it means so much to them that we are there cheering them on.

Remember : Kids don't need 14 activities to be well rounded, what is most important is time with us, their parents and families. And just because you wanted to be a prima ballerina or a superstar hockey player, doesn't mean they do - and if they turn out to be just that - it is they who are the star, not you. :)