135|365: a state of being busy

I returned back to work today after spending two entire weeks off with our boys. The first week was spent with all four, while the second was spent with two since two-returned back to school after spring break.  Some days were exhausting, while others were just perfect in every way possible. I wanted to spend this time to really look back and remember the day where I stopped what I was doing (in this case work) and dedicated my time to just focus on our boys. I WANT TO INVEST IN MEMORIES. I personally believe this is the ultimate gift any parent can give to their children and I feel this profound satisfaction knowing I’ve preserve time to see who they are and allow them to help me become a better mom (i.e. why I never ask for help besides my husband).

I’m not perfect. And ….I’m that mom that lays in bed at night adding up all the time my boys spend at school, home, running errands due to extracurricular activities and the moment left becomes vitally precious. For that, I’ve given up basically my hobbies to dedicate my life to our growing family of 7. A big family is not meant for everyone and I constantly preached that, it’s OK, it’s setting your priorities and figuring out what you really want in life.

It was tough getting back into the swing of things and returning back to work, knowing there would be numerous issues to address. I try to keep myself relax and stay positive just like being at home and trying my ultimate best to have a relaxed attitude about housework and finding balance with our boys. It’s the only way to enhance the quality of my life without feeling so stressed out. Trust me, I know I can’t handle everything by myself or commit to doing everything.  I know this would be an indication of my success if I learn to relax sometimes.

Today we returned back to our normal routine of work, school, extracurricular activities, dinner together, homework time, and just being home again.  It was nice I didn’t yell as much today either. They’re more behaved at home than when they’re around others i.e. my parents. I feel like they’re hyenas waiting to destroy the world when they’re around them.  I guess, they know they could get their ways with their grandparents. 

On a different topic, Aiden told me today, he wants to help buy a bigger house for our family and he saved $66 dollars. This melted my heart!

Hope you had a great Monday.

Love my boys. XOXO.

 P.S. I never blog without a pic or video. Heres' my baby lan lan. It's his birth month. Can you believe he's turning ONE in 12 days?