Winter has arrived! For most of canada it would seem.
We are in the midst of a major storm and cold front. -15c. tonight apparently. Anyways, my power keeps going out and will probably soon go out for the long haul. The joys of country living (in the valley).
Parker is, i guess, officially weaned. Boobyless. He's a trooper. But he is waking up more than ever. Foiled again. I am hoping this is a temporary setback and soon blissful sleep will be mine.
I had a long meeting at the school today with a facilitator regarding some strategic planning. He called me a "chronic overachiever." It's had me thinking all day.
My parents would probably say i'm an underachiever. Not taking advantage of my education. Only a mom. I think about this all the time in regards to my daughters. When they tell me they want to be a mother it fills me with joy, yet at the same time, i want more for them. Why is that? Am i ashamed of who i am? Do i want more for me? Will i be employable after ten years at home? Why the hell do i spend full time equivalent hours volunteering for the school?
He asked me that, the facilitator, "have you thought about getting a job?"
Powers flickering. See you soon. I hope, unless the trees fall.
Posted by Jess at 10:44 PM Permalink
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Aw, baby, don't second-guess yourself or the choices you've made. You've done beautifully, and your girls will do the same, whatever they choose. How could they not? I mean, really? Hugs and warm blankets!
Posted by Belinda | February 17, 2006 12:28 AM