I don't know how they do it.....

Back in Feb Clark had surgery and racked up a pretty hefty bill. Just before vacation I had to go to the ER with a back spasms and racked up another hefty bill. Then in late Aug (after several dr. Visits) we found out we had a miscarriage follow by several more dr. App. Then 2 weeks ago we found out we have to have our AC unit replaced. Needless to say the bills have pilled up. Technically we have funds in savings to some of these bills could be paid off and have we have money left over at the end of month to make payments on the rest but after restling with how to work each bill and blah blah I told Clark I didn't want to do either. That instead I wanted to get a part time job. That way we can continue to save but also pay these bills off. He said that was totally my decision and that there was no pressure for me to work and ask if I felt obligated to help. I of course said I didn't feel pressure and didn't feel obligated. I love that my hubby is thoughtful like that.
So several weeks ago I started the process of part time (or less than part time) hunting for a job. I knew I needed it to be flexible, little hours and it had to be something I could bring Micaiah to. So I went back to what I know, childcare. Either something in my home or working half days in some else's home. After putting the word out about a week later our preschool director approached me about a family who was looking for someone to come to their house Monday-Thursday from 230-6. After talking to both the mom and dad I felt like this was a good fit for me and Micaiah. I am in my 3rd week and have really enjoyed it. It's very laid back and fun for Micaiah.
I get here just before the kids get off the bus and then we hang out and play until one of the parents arrive. They have a 7 year old daughter who is spunky, inquisitive and ALL girl! Fun times for me! They also have a 4 (almost 5) year old little boy who is quiet and shy but will occasional come out of his shell and be crazy which is fun for Micaiah!!!
We had to make some changes in our very laid back, fly by the seat of our pants kind of schedule. I now get up at 6 every morning so that I can fit everything into our day by 2. Quiet time, breakfast, a few household to do's and then we are off to the gym and run errands. I typically try to get both of those done in 2- 2 1/2 hours. That's pushing it. Then it's back home to start lunch, shower and change, take care of several more house things (cleaning, laundry, bills, important phone calls, etc). At 1 I try to have Micaiah in quiet time so I can either prep dinner or make it in full and then walk out the door at 2. I basically have to have a full days to do list done by 2pm. By the time I walk by in the door after 6 I have just enough energy to finish dinner, eat and start Micaiah's bedtime routine. By the time he goes to bed I am pooped. I've been falling into bed around 9 and asleep before 10. Did I also mention that I have a cleaning job in the morning, a lunch buddy that I have to visit once a week (I'll eventually get around to blogging about this.), sub at New Vision Preschool occasionally AND a husband to spend time with.
I don't know how they do it! You know, the full time working mama's. They come home and still have a full days of house work to do in 3-4 hours, need to spend time with the kids and there husband. I think maybe they are super hero's!
Speaking of business, got go! Lot's to do