How to do it all!!

Please notice that the title of this blog is "How to do it all!" and NOT "How to do it all perfectly!!"

My family has a lot going on, all the time, and I used to think about all of our commitments as steps toward larger goals, things to check off a list. But now I am realizing that all of the activities, jobs and events that we have said yes to, actually bring us joy.

When Jimmy accepted the softball job at his high school, on top of the baseball job, it seemed like a lot (and it is), but it brings our family joy. When I started my assistant principal job at an elementary school, but continued to teach high school AP classes online, I knew it would take a lot of time (and it does), but it brings me joy. When we signed Jace up for football, baseball, and basketball (and then added all-star basketball), we knew it would be hard to organize, but it brings Jace (and the whole family) joy. When we added softball to Ella's schedule, we knew the weekends would get even busier (thank goodness for friends to help out) , but ballet and now softball, bring Ella joy.

So, yes, we have a lot going on, but we are being intentional about enjoying each step along the way and I would encourage you to do the same!