Wednesday, April 27, 2011

New Job

I told myself I was going to write a post at least once a week.  Well, you all see how well that has gone.  It has been HECTIC! at my house!  My husband just got a new job, which I’m very proud of him for.  The only thing is his job is 50 minutes away.  I know, I know, not a big deal to you long-time commuters, but a rather big deal to me.  He’s two weeks in on his job and I must admit that I’m feeling a bit like a single parent these days (no insult to real single parents--I've been there).  Before the new job my husband and I had a great (well, great to me) schedule worked out.  I went to work at 8, taking the two older kids to school and day care.  Then, he kept the twins until 2 when they went to the sitter’s.  He then picked up our son and went to his coaching job until about 6 and I got off at 5, picking up the other 3 kids.  Now, I’m doing all the carting around and picking up of all of the 4 kids and it’s exhausting!  Couple that with coordinating doctor visits in and out of town and therapy appointments--and let me tell ya, this gal ain't organized.  I'm about ready to pull my hair out already.  I know my hubby was in desperate need of some adult interaction during the day and I’m happy that he now gets that.  I know he was in need of that feeling of productivity during the day and contributing to society, and I’m glad he now gets that too.  Now I’m in need of a nanny!  How does everyone else do this? I definitely need some ideas! Also, any ideas to help me get organized would also be appreciated.

We had a great Easter this year. Here are a couple of pics from that.  So great that my car still looks like Easter threw up in it.  I have fake grass and candy everywhere!




On another note, I’m asking for prayer for my family right now. I’ve been in prayer over a situation that is close to my heart and I’d like prayer from you all as well.  It’s nothing major, just something close to my heart.

A special Good Luck to Deak and Jenny Howe on Deak’s Run for Hope.  Click here for info on how to donate or participate.
Hope everyone has a blessed day!

4 comments:

  1. ERICA,I wanted u to kn that it will work out for u, just kn that God is u strenght in the time of need. Just asked him to show u what or how to do what need to be done.Will be praying for u and the family.

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  2. I'm sorry, and even more sorry I can't offer advice for your situation. But, sometimes just hearing that people are listening to you is a little better. Sounds crazy and I really hope things get better!

    I HATE Easter grass, which is why I stay FAR away from it! Parent and teacher standpoint alike on that one!

    We'll be going to the run and I'll be posting pictures :) We're excited to be a part of it! I'll keep your family in my prayers, hope everything else is ok.

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  3. You are so nice!! Thank you for mentioning our Run...I am in stress mode, for sure.
    Boy, can I relate to your crazy days...it is SO HARD to run everyone around (and I only have 2!)I've had to have good bosses that provide me a little bit of flexibility (coming and going hours), and it has helped. But, I spend hours in the car carting my TWO children and myself to work each week.
    Maybe..."This too shall pass...":)

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  4. I know what you mean. I find it hard to keep with my posts as well.

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