It's been one heck of a week- life at 100mph

I first started this blog after speaking to one of my lovely friends. I love writing and she suggested I start blogging. After my first couple of posts I was surprised to find it almost therapeutic, which wasn't what I expected!

So what's been happening in 'Lindsay's world' this week? It has been such a busy few days. Aside from reaching breaking point listening to the barking dog next door, I have loved the last few days. But seriously- I have actually reached the point of tears having to hear the dog bark. I don't know what's worse.... snoring or barking? Both make me want to rip my ears off.

Anyway, that is probably the only negative I have this week! The kids and I have enjoyed the school holidays and celebrating Piper's 6th birthday, as well as my sister's gender reveal. The week has just flown!

Sometimes it's scary how fast time flies.

Piper had a princess pamper for her birthday and it was an amazing day for her. It was her first time in the salon having her hair, make up and nails done, and my heart was so full seeing her beaming with happiness all day long. My sister's gender reveal was also a lovely day full of love and happiness. To see her face when the blue confetti burst out of the balloon was such a heart-warming feeling, and I couldn't be happier for her! Maybe I should have stayed away from the baby Guinness though!

Of course, we had to go to another Wedding Fayre. This one was at the venue we are getting married at. We wanted to try some of the food samples but we are still undecided about the Canapes- it's all super exciting though, and I love planning our wedding!

Life feels like its passing by at 100mph at the moment, and I just wish I could slow down the days.

Time is precious and so it's important we spend our days with the right people.

The bad news is time flies, the good news is that we are the pilot. I can't help but start to think abut going back to work just lately. I am over halfway through my maternity leave and I have cherished every moment I have been able to spend with Finley, Piper, and Phoebe. I have made the most of every school run, and all of the time I can spend with the kids as much as possible. I know when I go back to work my heart will hurt, and I will miss the time I have been able to spend with the kids, and catching up with family and friends. At the same time, going back to work will be exciting and empowering- being back in 'work mode' will give me the confidence and energy boost to parent with a full and open heart.

Phoebe is my third baby so you would think I wouldn't be as nervous about returning to work as I am, but we have to face these challenges head on as we move forward in life.

I need to remind myself to slow down sometimes. Besides, if I am always racing to the next moment, what happens to the one I'm in?

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