Balancing

I hear people talking about a work/life balance, how to balance a demanding job and family life. Since I only work part-time, I don't really have to deal with that. I have friends who talk about balancing cleaning the house and other chores with playing with their kids; I can really relate to that. Or balancing what you do in your free time - internet/tv/exercise/reading/cleaning, etc.  I can relate to that too.  I feel like every time I get one thing accomplished, I see something that has fallen through the cracks. I helped host a neighborhood holiday party tonight, but you should see my messy kitchen!  No, I am glad you can't see it.  Will I clean it all tonight or wait until the morning?

My life is like how Josiah is riding his balance bike.  Sometimes, it looks all together but that is only a very brief time.  I might even pat myself on the back and think "You got this."

Then I realize that one area or multiple areas are slipping (the house is a mess, the kids are driving me crazy or wrecking the house, or I've forgot to do something that I was supposed to do or I'm speaking unkindly or thinking mean thoughts) and I have put my feet down and regroup.  I have to pray and ask God to help.

To help me make imperfect progress.

Or I could be like Wesley and live life for the very thrill of it.  I could power up the hill.

I could fly down and enjoy the ride.  Hoping each time I could go faster.  I could always look for the sunny side, the fun side, the thrilling side of life.