Is anyone else tired? I love the holidays but boy am I tired. There is so much to do and so little time to do it. When you are a single parent the time to get it all done is even more reduced, there just isn’t anyone else to help.
It seems my to do list gets especially long this time of year, cooking, baking, decorating, shopping, in addition to all the other things you have to do on a normal day. I remember when Hailey was younger just wishing I could have an entire day to myself to leisurely shop for her instead of the rush of shopping an hour here and an hour there, trying to get everything hidden before she gets home. Then there is all that wrapping to be done when she is finally asleep. For me that was one of the biggest challenges, even as a small child Hailey was a night owl.
Now that Hailey is older and works in the evenings I don’t feel quite as rushed. I can take my time and shop, come home, wrap and hide gifts. It still feels like a lot of work after working all day but its easier now.
Tonight as I ran from store to store looking for a few last minute things I was questioning my sanity. Why did I wait until the last minute? Christmas comes at the same time every year so you would think I would be better prepared. I’ve promised myself, once again, that next year I will be. I have a list of projects to start right after Christmas so I can be ready in advance next year.
For now though, I’m tired, a little stressed and need a break. Since Hailey works late tonight after shopping I bought myself a large hot chocolate and took a leisurely drive to look at lights. It was just what I needed. In the hustle and bustle of the season don’t forget to take time for yourself. A drive alone or a bubble bath can do wonders for you mood, and your holiday spirit.