Same as it Ever Was or 1 Week In

There really isn't much to report on.  My life is trucking right along, pretty much as usual, but I am finding I have clearer focus throughout my days.  I am less distracted, more on task, and I am feeling in a word, comfortable.  This is a good thing.  Some people see comfortable as a bad thing, that it means you aren't doing enough, or that your life isn't exciting enough, or they equate comfort with stagnancy.  That isn't the sensation I am experiencing.  I have had a pretty tumultuous last year of my life, so the fact that everything is in a good groove, and I am in a good place is pretty wonderful to me.

I can't believe the first week has passed.  It went by quickly!  Even though my fingers still naturally start to type the Facebook web address when I am done checking my email (muscle memory?) I haven't missed it.  Well, I haven't missed the platform at all.  There are people I am thinking of, some who had sick kiddos, some who were pregnant, some who were sick themselves, or had sick or hurt spouses and I hope they are doing well.  Some I have called or sent texts or emails to.  I am curious about what is happening, but the big thing is that I don't feel like I am missing out on anything.  My focus is right where it should be, and if I am learning one thing, it is that I likely could use some more discipline in certain areas of my life. 

School for the girls and Nick is moving along at a fast clip.  Our days stay pretty busy and more of our weekends are planned than I prefer, but it is hard to turn down such wonderful opportunities for the whole family.  We have plenty of time and chances to socialize too, so no stone is left unturned.  The scary part is that there are things we sometimes turn down, but we just cannot do it all.  We are lucky to have opportunities to pick and choose from.  It does get hectic with 4 kids all in various activities, but such is the season of life and parenting we are in. 

So for now we fill in the days of our calendar, prepare many a pot luck dish, make sure no one's schedule is conflicting, and hang on for the ride and pray it isn't too bumpy!