Hallelujah for the new school year. Last week was our first week of school and it flew by. Both my kids are in school this year and it is a game changer. I told a friend it seems too good to be true, but they keep taking my kids when I drop them off, so I’m going with it!
I always feel so much pressure to make the most of my ‘kid-free’ time. I know I should be cleaning and doing laundry, but I really just want to sit and watch Netflix. Don’t judge, I’m still working on balancing things out. Here are 4 of the things I’m making a priority this fall.
Exercise. Over the summer, I was very inconsistent with my work-outs. But I am making it happen this school year. My running partner and I get out and run right after school drop off, before either of us can come up with excuses. I can tell a HUGE difference in my days when I get my run on.
Another marvelous habit I have started is eating a meal….wait for it…sitting down, in silence. Too often I get so busy making breakfasts and lunches for everyone else, I end of grabbing a bar and eating on the go. But I have been making it a priority to eat a well-balanced breakfast and drink a cup of coffee while it is still hot. It’s amazing how much better you feel after food.
I have also signed up for a Bible study this fall at church. It has been 2 years since I have done an organized study and I am really looking forward to the structured time of leaning and conversation with other moms.
And finally, I’m trying out this new concept called planning. I hear it’s helpful and can reduce stress. So I’m giving it a go. I procrastinated and was unprepared too many times last year so I knew I needed to put more effort into things. I am trying to plan ahead for lunches, dinner, soccer schedule, Awanas. It is a great feeling knowing what is coming during the week and not being caught off guard.
I’m can’t believe it’s already September. Fall decor is popping up all around. I look forward to the shift in rhythm and routine. As we slowly fade into a new season, I hope these new priorities will help the transition to be smooth and enjoyable.
