I’ve been a little scarce on this blog recently. I haven’t really had time to blog… and read blogs (you should see my poor reader)… and I haven’t quite got the blogging groove at the moment. But time is a big issue, and in the last 2 days I’ve been more than rapped over the knuckles for it… and need to get it off my chest (while my Mac is trying to sort images out for me on it’s own and I have 5 minutes to spare while I wait)
A few months ago, Marcia and I agreed to do a bit of a talent swap. I’ll do a few photoshoots for her in exchange for a few life/success coaching sessions (btw look at her portrait photo on her blog 
). Last night was the first session. She asked me LOADS of questions and I’m left with homework.
One of the things I had to do was run through a typical day. One thing that struck me as I was doing it, is that we’re pretty organised for my photography thing, and Lance helps me A LOT!! But it’s very clear that I’m busy and I hardly have time for myself. In fact, the only downtime I really get is in the evenings, on the way home from work, when I have some tea with my mom when I get there to pick the kids up. Oh, other than the time I spend alone in the traffic.
But we really didn’t dwell on that bit last night, there was too much else to discuss.
This morning, however, I had my regular gynae appointment, and I spent quite a while updating her on my hair loss issue and the endochrinologist stuff I’ve been through in the last year and a bit. She put the spanner in my works.
She asked me when I have time in the day for myself. She asked me when I spend quality time with Lance. She asked me when I exercise.
I had to answer that I don’t do any of the above. Apart from running around when I do photoshoots
There aren’t enough hours in the day. Seriously.
It needs to change. Something has to change.
Comments
cybersass
i must say i’ve always wondered when you make time for yourself. you seem to be always working, either shooting, or editing, etc. maybe it’s time to find the time.
Corey
finding time for yourself, and your family has to be hard with all you are doing. You must feel so very torn. not enough time to do it all. I hope you find a good solution soon.
Marylin
Oh sweetheart. You NEED to have time to just *be* every day. And to be with Lance. I can’t imagine coping well with everything you do!
Like you said, something’s going to have to give.
Remember YOU are the most important person in your life. If you’re not rested, you’re not as relaxed, or able to deal with the stresses of daily life as you could and should be. When momma ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy.
*hugs* x
Sandi
I’ve always wondered how you do it all Jeanette. You are like a Super Chick or something to be able to work full time, do amazing photography & all the editing that goes with it, be a Mom & wife & still find time to walk your dogs.
You must be shattered at the end of the day!
I hope you find the perfect balance soon! (((HUGS)))
Alana Meyer
I hope you find a way of balancing your time &finding more me time without compromising what you love to do.
alidaonline
I echo everyone’s sentiments … you’re superhuman.
That said, even superhuman people need a bit of down time. Take care of yourself
cat@juggling act
Marcia sounds great. I have to say that I have always wondered how you do everything. At present, without Lucy I am flooded with household stuff. I have not been hugely successful at making time for myself too.
Vanessa MacLeod
Time is really going faster these days. That’s what it feels like to me anyway. Occasionally, just stop, and take 5 deep breaths. Don’t know why 5 works and 4 doesn’t, but try it.
JessicaGiggles
You really do need some time for you! And it needs to become a priority.
I have a similar problem where it seems to be all work and no play… And I know that I need to do something about it. I am hoping that my trip away will do some good…
Fiona
I don’t know how you do it Jeanette and you still come across as cool, calm and collected. I also think Lance is terrific for the way he helps out ~ I know Donovan would have MAJOR issues if I was doing something every weekend and not spending time with him.
I hope you find your happy medium soon!
Marcia (123 blog)
LOL funny to hear that I ask loads of questions – I suppose I do
Thank you for your lovely words on twitter too.
Don’t worry – we will get there and the good news is once you;re on my radar, I don’t let up.
I didn’t tell you but I had a client like you once – working 6 days a week, day 7 admin. And in a few short months she had TWO full days off during the week and 1 on the weekend. If she can do it, so can you
Paul Jacobson
I know how you feel. I just can’t seem to get through everything I have on my list now, nevermind all the things I really need to do. Together with all that work there is also my family which I desperately want to spend more time with. Its hectic.
PopcornCandi
Do I see a spa day on the horizon??!
Seriously, I even struggle to have enough quality time for myself and I should really have all the time in the world for that in my situation.
It’s all about priorities, I suppose. If you make it a priority, the rest will fall into place.
Ruby
Realising that you’re not giving yourself the time of day and then actually changing that is one of the hardest things. *hugs* it’s going to be tough, but it’s for your own good….hope you manage to restore some form of balance…it’s needed:)
Louisa
Yep, you’re one of the busiest people I know. Here’s to finding balance…
Amanda
Jenty
I can also load my day full of stuff – some I love, some I don’t. Good luck with trying to whittle down the activity and change.
Angel
Something has to change for sure!