The semester is soon coming to a close and it just seems there's too much to do in so little time. This semester went by so fast...it's such a challenge for me. I've been slacking on my posts, feeling overwhelmed researching for projects for other classes, getting my capstone started, while trying to balance being a mom. Honestly this is a big stretch for me. I'm really excited and quite relieved to be graduating next semester. Honestly, being a full-time student and a full-time mom to an 8 month old really is challenging. How do other moms do it? I find it nearly impossible to get work done at home because whenever I'm there my son wants to be with me 24-7. I miss being with him at home and being able to witness his first steps, hear his first words, and all that landmark stuff. It's amazing how much one goal in life creates what feels like a million sacrifices to be made.
This is completely off topic from class discussions, but it really got me thinking. Did anyone watch "The Pursuit of Happyness"? If you haven't you should! It's such a big eye opener. Totally made my life look peachy. Which brings me to this...have we each found happiness? What is it that makes us happy? Is it that big "A" you received for writing that 10 page paper, the rush you get from retail therapy, or is it simply in the company of family and good health? All these questions....
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I ponder the same questions constantly...especially when times are tough scholastically like they are for me right now, too. This week my kids were out for Spring Break and I had MUCH homework and classwork so I didn't spend ANY time with them...I wonder what I'm sacrificing in order to achieve another objective...and which is more important in the long run. When I figure out an answer to something, I promise I will share. :)
Hey roos_mama, I can certainly relate to this concern. I don't have kids, but three of my sisters do and they seem to have to juggle a lot more than I could ever imagine. I always like to think about keeping your "eye on the prize" as they say... of course, as peacemonger suggests above, its difficult when there is more than one prize. :) Keep plugging away!
Actually I just saw that movie this weekend and it made me really think about what it is that makes me happy. And to tell you the truth I am not really sure. My life right now consists of work and school, which for me is enough. I couldn’t imagine having kids too. I admire those people that can juggle school, work and a family. Its tough but in the long run I’m sure you will succeed and be happy. Keep up the hard work and someday you will look back on this time in your life and be able to say “yes I did it.”
Continue to stay strong and positive. Your a great person, and that is the only tool you will need to get through the rough times. Don't let anyone put you down. Many mothers cannot handle being a full time mom nor can they handle being a full time college student. So what you are doing is a huge accomplishment in itself. Hence, I congratulate you for getting through it all.
To answer your question, I would say getting that "A" on a 10 page paper makes me the most happy. I hope that this will change though.
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