What's Getting Me Through...

We are again in the throws of tax season and I have temporarily lost my husband to the world of numbers, 10-keys, w-2s, partnerships and whatever else is involved in tax stuff. Its a tough time of year, but each year truly does seem to get better, we figure out a better balance for things. Of course, it is tough on David not getting to see Matthew much so the time they have is precious and packed full of fun. Usually Saturday morning is their time and I get a chance to relax and do what I need to do.

There have been a couple of things that have helped to get me through this time of year.

First,

I have been able to just crawl in bed after Matthew goes to sleep and loose myself in reading. Which has been something I really like to do but haven't had the time to. So I just completed the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo Series and have now jumped on the Hunger Games band wagon. Many times I am woken up when David comes home because he's taking off my glasses and putting my Nook on the nightstand.

Second,

Because of David working later, 9pm-10pm, I've been able to catch up on some ZZZ's. Granted, I miss my time, but at the end of the day, with keeping up with Matthew and my ever growing belly, I'm tired. So, it's been nice to relax and know that its ok.

Thirdly,

In my quest to not do everything alone and think I have to save the world by myself, I emailed my mom a couple of weeks. I said "Mom, in an effort to ask for help, if you and dad are ever needing entertainment at dinner time, Matthew and I would love to come over and provide that." So, about once a week we go eat over at their house and it really does provide a good distraction for both of us and they get their fix of Matthew. Having family here has become one of my biggest blessing in life.

Fourth,

SOmetimes, I just don't have it in me, and that's okay, so these guys come in and save the day. Matthew has become a big fan of this show to the point that he always ask for the Veggie Tales fruit snacks when we're at the store.


Second to last,

Face time. Every night we call David at work before bedtime and Matthew and him have a little chat and get to share a little time together. I know it makes it easier for David, though its not the best situation, it does give him a little glimmer of being involved. Its a joy to see both of them light up when they see each other.



And lastly,

This little cutie has truly been a joy to be with and we have had the opportunity to have some great quality time together. This has been a blessing in disquise because I knew that I would be adding Fridays to my work schedule and Jellybean will be arriving in August. I just wanted to make sure that our time together didn't get lost in the shuffle. Well, I'm happy to say that we have truly been having wonderful times together. He talks up a storm and many times we find ourselves just lost in conversation with each other...its like he's a real person!!!  I have found that God has really allowed me to stop and just be present with Matthew and I have treasured those times.

So, tax season isn't all bad. But we want our Daddy and husband back soon. It is nice knowing this is never a permanent thing throughout the year, but we try to make sure that we support him at home and his endeavors at work. I'm never disappointed with lessons during this time of year on how to be a good wife and mother.