All the Things I Said

I said I'd check in at this blog from time to time.

I said I'd never use the phrase "just you wait until your Dad comes home!"

I said I'd cherish every day with my kids because they grow up so fast.

Yes, I've said a lot of things. And really, I meant all of them. I recently sat down and took stock of all the things I've committed to, and was shocked to see that the list wasn't that long. But every job is a huge project.

* go through everyone's wardrobes and donate old clothing to GoodWill
* restock everyone's wardrobe... quite possibly at GoodWill, since I'm already there.
* save 50% on grocery budget by becoming a coupon ninja
* find time to squeeze in deal hunting
* score two kids-worth of school supplies for less than $5 total
* work VBS at our church for one week
* agree to run the craft section of our moms group
* wonder what the heck I was thinking, considering I'm not crafty. But I will save them money.
* sneak some summertime learning into our activities so the tiny brains don't turn to porridge
* regain mastery over my flower beds and lawn... ok ok-- over my potted plants on the porch
* put in half-time hours on the job, preferably not between the hours of 11pm and 7am
* keep my house in some sort of order
* go on outings
* have fun
* relax
* stop making so many "to do" lists and actually, y'know, "do".
* wash my face, put a fresh ribbon in my hair and have dinner on the table when the Mister comes home

I'll keep you posted. Really.