Being a mom is NOT easy...

I actually have a morning off or a morning to do errands and housework that I feel like doing --- if I get to it... There's nothing that HAS to be done and that is good. My body is sore from my workouts Friday and Sunday so aside from a walk with the dog and maybe a few stretches I have no workout planned.

My daughters gave me a run for my money this morning. First, with 18 days left of school, they are tired of getting up and grumpy when they do. They couldn't decide on a breakfast (my little one liked none of the options) and the clothes they chose last night for school didn't work for them either. And then there was the argument over flip flops. They are not allowed in Elementary School, but apparently the rule is not being enforced and everyone wears them... except my kids. In the back of my mind I just kept chanting "just get them on the bus.... just get them on the bus...", and I did, Thank GOD.

I am well aware that my children's issues will only get more complicated, but it seems these little, stupid, "gotta-be-a-mean-mom" problems are life-sucking, and take the joy right out of motherhood. I am really looking forward to September when I'll have more time to regroup. This half-day kindergarten is just not enough!

On the diet front, it is MONDAY and Day 1 of journally for the week (again). If there's one thing I can say, I will not ever give up!! My breakfast - high fiber oatmeal with a handful of walnuts (Omega-3s), flax seed, wheat germ, and craisins. It's pretty hefty, but OMG am I full when it's gone and I usually have no desire to snack until lunch. I would LOVE LOVE to weigh in the 170's this week and it is doable. I've felt really strong in my workouts and I am less anxious about my race. If I can just manage the stressors associated with end of school activities (plays, concerts, parties, field day, field trips, teacher gifts...) I'll be just fine. Planning meals and shopping lists will be key! Oh, and adopting a "habit a week" to work on... This week starts NO EATING in the car... It will not be easy. I'll let you know...