Weekly wanderings

This week was full of doing, primarily concerning working, running, cooking, and mothering. At times, doing, rather than thinking and analyzing, is a necessary survival tool. This was one of those times.

Work was extra busy, partially because it was the end of the month, and partially because of my current workload. I got lots done, but there's so much more to do. It's all good, though.

Running was tough this week, I am hoping because of my terrific 10K. I was rather slow early in the week. I just kept going, and the end of the week was much better. On Saturday, I planted a bottle for the first time during this 1/2 marathon training. This added training technique fit into my 8 mile long run with ease.

Cooking was a challenge because of everything else that had to get done, and because of my son's little league games that are scheduled during dinner time. Creativity and planning ahead helped to successfully conquer this challenge.

Mothering this week was comprised primarily of having quality time with my son. I had to make time to: drive him to school when he missed the bus; watch his little league games; help him with his homework; and respond patiently to his many questions.

Realizing that I can't do it all includes accepting that my house and yard will not be as done and as otherwise desired. The house and yard currently fall into the category of simply doing what needs to be done, and not much more.

On Saturday, I had a realization about priorities, and how they change. This realization presented itself quite by accident. My son went to the circus. I went with my husband to pick up the number for his 5K race on Sunday. This date included a walk through the mall. In the past, mall trips would require time at Crate & Barrel, Restoration Hardware, and Talbots. Also, I rarely go into a store without purchasing something. On this trip to the mall, I passed these favorite stores, realizing that I don't need the items inside. What they offer is not required for this remaking. What I have in the homeware and clothing categories currently is sufficient. I will work right now with what I have. Acceptance of this realization was huge and greatly gratifying.