Shesh, Anyone besides me hear the tune of “I’m a little teapot” when you read the title of this post or is it Just me?
Perhaps it’s lack of sleep or maybe the cold has finally started playing games with my brain.
We were spoiled with 2 weeks of spring like conditions and now winter has plunged us back in the deep freeze.
My entire body aches. Little teeny tiny bones in my hands and feet are screaming this morning so I am hunkered down at the eating bar with my cold cup of coffee instead and a bowl of fruit.
Today is a “throw down my white flag and surrender” kind of day.
I just don’t have it in me to wrestle into anything denim.
I ran a brush thru my hair to smooth out the tangles but I am still wearing the flannel pjs I crawled into last night. I pulled on a pair of knit socks with holes in both the heel and the ball of each foot. They are my “pretend your still barefoot but your not socks” and I like them.
On a normal school day I have to fight to get my kids up and out of bed. But a day off like today?
Last I saw all three of them were snuggled under a fluffy white blanket quietly playing mind craft. Still in their pjs with empty tummy’s but they don’t seem to care. Taking their cues from me no less.
I wish that today was going to be quiet but I am 6 days away from my first university mid-term and I have to squeeze in a workout and quiet time to study. Yup, freaking out just a little here!
Going back to school in your 40’s plus being a mother is challenging but not impossible.
I still get distracted by the mountain of laundry that needs to be folded or, the pile of dirty dishes piled high in the sink but, for the most part we pull together and manage.
Originally when the decision of going back came I was going to gradually work towards my certificate. And then it dawned on me.
Was I supposed to apply to get into the faculty? I could take individual courses one at a time but would I actually graduate if I went that route?
Investing this much time and energy into schooling only to get hung up on a technicality down the road wasn’t going to sit well so, I requested transcripts from my previous college and filled out an application form.
I took my application form to the post office Friday and now the waiting game begins.
I now understand how nerve wracking it can be waiting to hear back to see if I “got in”. Ack!
Between school, Bible study and working full time all my extra time has been swallowed up in “life”. It’s a busy season but it’s right where I have found myself to be.
A new path, a new adventure!
What are you doing in this season?
RIght now our whole family is sick. So much to do too!! I feel you! We just have to take one step at a time!
You have a lot going on. I tend to want to stay in my pjs and curled in a blanket on cold days. I am not much for winter
At its best, life is full of adventure and exciting new possibilities.
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Good for you! It’s never too late. I hope it all works out!
I was a nontraditional student as well. I’m in a season of finding out exactly what I want to do I’m an empty nester so I’m trying to find my way LOL
This is definitely my busy season too! I can barely keep afloat! I am going nuts!
No, I don’t hear the song, but I will now! lol! Congrats on going back to school!
I’m 44 and finishing up my last degree. Hubby just turned 50 and went back to school to finish up his undergrad that he started years ago. It’s taxing, but seems natural too. 🙂 And I WASN’T singing the teapot song until you mentioned it… lolol 🙂
I am at the season when I am trying to figure out my next move. I am trying to heal after an accident.
Sorry you have so much on your plate but you can handle it!
Best of luck on your mid-term! I’m sure you’re going to do great! I’m not enjoying the winter weather. With a preschooler an a new baby, we don’t get to go out much. I’m looking forward to that spring weather!
I wish my kids entertained themselves like that when they’re off school. Mine are always louder than an elephant at 6 a.m.
I feel the exact same way. So much going on and so little time to do it! Bathroom remodel, nursery painting, decorating, setting up, house cleaning before baby arrives, meal prepping, the list is endless!
A lot going on for you. You will get it under control. Good Luck.
Agree, sometimes you have to take a step back and prioritize what is more important good luck.
I’ve defintely got the “throw in the towel” feeling when it comes to this winter! We have deluged with snow (over 30 inches in 2 weeks) and more promised for tonight. Enough is enough. 😛 Good luck “getting in”!
Sounds like you have your plate full! All of us are super moms aren’t we? Good luck!
Its great you are able to go back to school and still be a great mommy : I believe learning never stops
I’m actually enjoying the Winter and homeschooling my son. Trust me though- I will be ready for Spring!
I know the feeling. i so did not want to crawl out of bed this morning but rather stay in and hibernate.
I know about the second Winter and I must say it is not my favorite time of year. Right now my head feels like its going to explode and my poor chest feels as if it has been beaten with a steel pipe. I’m just thankful that I am able to go back to sleep when my oldest gets on the bus.
That is awesome that you’re going back to school! I give you so much credit – and am sending you lots of luck and good wishes!
Gosh you a juggling a lot – I remember those days. Good luck I hope you get in!
I just got confirmation yesterday that I was accepted into the faculty!
I have 6 years to finish the program but I am aiming to finish in 2 🙂
It sure sounds like you have a lot going on, but at least you have a good handle on it.