Reading With Three Kids Around

When you are a mom, all your hobbies are on the back burner. But they don't have to be non-existent. I find my little pockets of time throughout my day to do mine, read! I read three books at a time. All for different occasions. I have a physical book for when I am at home on my couch or hammock, my audio book is saved for walks, car rides or laundry and my Kindle fits perfectly in my purse and is great to pull out during my day when I am out! It is all about balance.

I make it a point to spend time with my kids and then when they are off on a playdate or doing their own thing, that's when I pick up a book! I don't often do chores or cook during those times. I save those times for the kids to help out and be with me so we do it together. This teaches them how to be responsible for household chores and we work together so they learn compromise and good manners. Sure it is much easier to do it alone sometimes but then how will they learn?

My message for today is don't live like you have lost yourself. Find ways to be who you are mother or not. It is still important to make yourself happy and live life the way you want!

Choose Happy!