No. 77 - Swim lesson sign-ups, birthday party planning and the endless to-do list of working motherhood — why it’s not you, it’s the load you’re carrying.
Thank you for sharing your musings on how overwhelming the back to school transition can be on top of managing a household and working full time. Reading this is a gentle reminder that I’m not alone in what seems like a quicksand of never ending to-do lists. Sometimes it can feel like you’re the human equivalent of an internet browser with hundreds of tabs open. I have to constantly remind myself to take it one step at a time.
So so relatable and needed. This season of life is hard and beautiful at the same time. Even with a lot of help, the juggle is exhausting and you still deserve time to decompress. I hope you find a few minutes this week—cheering you on!
Oh, I feel this in my bones. The constant mental juggling, the endless to-do list that somehow grows faster than you can check things off — it’s exhausting. And yet, we still find ways to show up for our families, our work, and ourselves.
I love how you named the reality without sugarcoating it, but also held space for compassion, especially for moms doing it with less support.
This is such a validating reminder that it’s not that we’re failing — it’s that we’re carrying so much.
Thank you for the kind words, and I’m so glad it resonated! I think it’s so important to be able to talk about it so we know we’re not managing this all alone.
Such a great post - if I close my eyes I can remember “when”. You’re doing a great job - hang in there mama. Your family IS your greatest treasure. You will only grow to realize that more every day as you age - your best investment bar none ! LYTTMAB
The cannot resonate stronger. There are always endless things to do. And yes, so many times, I wake up annoyed by my hairs, either too long or too messy... :)
Yes, the never ending to do list! I hope you’re able to step away from it for the weekend and find some time to just enjoy with your family! I’m going to try to do the same.
You’re writing reminds me of an actual thought train in my mind on any given day. I have the feeling this year is going to be another unplannable year in terms of trying to keep control of the ship.
Hang on mama and remember that we are all human and we will make mistakes. Sending you love and light 💜🥰
Thank you for sharing your musings on how overwhelming the back to school transition can be on top of managing a household and working full time. Reading this is a gentle reminder that I’m not alone in what seems like a quicksand of never ending to-do lists. Sometimes it can feel like you’re the human equivalent of an internet browser with hundreds of tabs open. I have to constantly remind myself to take it one step at a time.
I love that analogy of being a human internet browser with hundreds of tabs open. It describes exactly how I feel! You’re right, one step at a time.
So so relatable and needed. This season of life is hard and beautiful at the same time. Even with a lot of help, the juggle is exhausting and you still deserve time to decompress. I hope you find a few minutes this week—cheering you on!
Yes!! You too, Lee!! 💕
Oh, I feel this in my bones. The constant mental juggling, the endless to-do list that somehow grows faster than you can check things off — it’s exhausting. And yet, we still find ways to show up for our families, our work, and ourselves.
I love how you named the reality without sugarcoating it, but also held space for compassion, especially for moms doing it with less support.
This is such a validating reminder that it’s not that we’re failing — it’s that we’re carrying so much.
Thank you for the kind words, and I’m so glad it resonated! I think it’s so important to be able to talk about it so we know we’re not managing this all alone.
It never ends!!
Never! I hope you get to do something for yourself this weekend :) and step back from the to do list for just a bit.
Such a great post - if I close my eyes I can remember “when”. You’re doing a great job - hang in there mama. Your family IS your greatest treasure. You will only grow to realize that more every day as you age - your best investment bar none ! LYTTMAB
Thank you!! Love you!
The cannot resonate stronger. There are always endless things to do. And yes, so many times, I wake up annoyed by my hairs, either too long or too messy... :)
Yes, the never ending to do list! I hope you’re able to step away from it for the weekend and find some time to just enjoy with your family! I’m going to try to do the same.
Thanks Bri! Yes weekend is mostly with kid and family. To match their energy level, I still have half day or so to charge myself 😁
Thank you! Wish you and your family a wonderful weekend as well!
You’re writing reminds me of an actual thought train in my mind on any given day. I have the feeling this year is going to be another unplannable year in terms of trying to keep control of the ship.
Hang on mama and remember that we are all human and we will make mistakes. Sending you love and light 💜🥰
Thank you!! I’m so glad it resonated. I feel like it always helps when we know we’re sharing similar struggles. I hope you have a great weekend!