Mommy of 2

[theatregirl26]

I wanted you all to know I am sorry for not being around much lately.  Finding time to get on the computer isn't easy.  Checking email isn't easy.  Calling people back isn't easy either.  I have found that my time is full, so much more than it even was when I was working.  I would have thought I would have had more time when I went on leave, but no luck.  I love being a mom of two, but I am also still getting the hang of it.  Finding a way to balance both kids isn't easy, even when DH is home.  My DD still wants attention mostly from me and I am breastfeeding.

So please just understand that if I take time getting back to all of you, it isn't about you in the least.  I will call everyone back, email everyone back, and check in with everyone when I can.

Thanks for your understanding!!!

[oceanflower8]

Jun. 18, 2009 at 1:48 PM

Hello there....

I had just written a new entry and decided to look at some other recent journal entries and ran across yours. I wanted you to know that I've had the same issues of not finding the time to connect with my friends, both online and in town also.

Both my boys are teens, but I still find that I have a million other things that keep me busy besides them, and just wasn't taking the time to connect until recently. I finally decided that this is for ME! I really enjoy a conversation with a gf for even a few minutes or chatting online for a few in the morning when I can sit for a minute or at night when everyone is asleep! It's fun to just be girls and talk about girl stuff or mommy stuff or wife stuff or none of the above and just be silly together like we used to be before any of this other stuff came around!!! LOLOLOL.....

Anyway, I just wanted to encourage you! I know it's tough to juggle everything and everyone, but please don't beat yourself up! No guilt or shame should be carried. You do what you can do and be proud of that! However, if you feel that it is something that you NEED AND ENJOY, then by all means, take some time to include it into your schedule! Even if it's only a quick email if you don't have time to talk or a note in a friend's chatterbox that you can read a reply from later when you have some quiet time.......whatever is best for YOU!

I know you have no idea who I am, but I just couldn't help but respond when I read this b/c I have felt just the way you are feeling and I wanted to send you some love!!

[mizzlady5]

Jun. 23, 2009 at 6:12 PM

don't worry about it, it's not easy getting anything done with a new baby. i have 5 kids and let me tell you, i understand. i litle one is 18 months now and i still find it hard to get things done, not to mention, my hubby is home unemployed. so that is like having another child to take care of. you will do fine and everyone will understand. wish i could send some help to ya! take care and again, congrats!