When G was a newborn, and I was nursing her around the clock, I remember thinking to myself that I would probably miss the middle of the night feedings one day. I distinctly recall closing my eyes during one 3 a.m. feeding and and praying a silent prayer, “Lord, help me remember”. I wanted to remember the stillness and pure quiet of that time. How it felt so sacred. So perfect. My next prayer was probably, “but please God, let her… Read more »
Balance. Isn’t that the struggle? Where do we find this elusive thing, balance? As a woman, I feel like I sometimes carry ALL THE BURDENS. I’m pulled in all directions. I wear too many hats. Mother. Wife. Employee. And there are, of course, sub categories in there too. Chef, boo-boo kisser, diaper changer, daycare coordinator, house manager, life partner, business runner. It’s all too easy to feel like I’m attempting to do too much and am falling short in all… Read more »
