I stayed home from church with a nasty sinus headache, stuffy nose, body ache thing today. I thought it would be a much needed period of rest. It has been, but apparently, I have lost the ability to relax, and my mind is in permanent over-drive. It was my first week of nursing school last week, and I guess I am still kind of wound tight because of it. Some of it was very exciting, and some of it was very interesting, and other parts of it were excruciatingly boring. The end result of this first week was: sickness, a stiff neck, three rather large zits, a craving for chocolate that cannot be satisfied, the first day of "that time of the month", a HUGE pile of laundry, and no food in the house to speak of. I really felt like I prepared for this, and I haven't felt that stressed out. I look in the mirror, however, and my reflection screams, "WHAT ARE YOU DOING!!!!!" (You, know, the zits, the bags under my eyes, the bright red nose from blowing it so much, chin hairs that need to be plucked, etc, etc etc).
So, I have decided that I need to cut something out of life for the sake of my sanity and the intactness of my family. What, pray tell, can I cut out?
School: Well, since I worked so hard to get where I am, and I know I need to finish, I cannot cut out school.
Church: I admit that cutting out a couple of church callings would make life simpler. There are other reasons, like, you know, MY ETERNAL SALVATION, that make it so I definitely cannot cut out the church.
My family: Well, I kind of like them.....they are pretty important to me.
Running: I could very well take a break from running.....than my psyche would match that reflection in the mirror, in other words, I WOULD BE CRAZY. I have learned that exercise is essential to maintaining my mental health, and walking takes too long, so I might as well run, right?
Piano Lessons: I cannot cut out piano lessons because I trade the person who watches my kids on Tuesdays for free(I have school all day on Tuesdays) piano lessons for babysitting.
So how can I simplify? How can I make it so I don't loose my mind?
My teachers all had the same old advice I have heard ten zillion times: eat right (I could definitely improve in that), exercise, get plenty of rest, plan ahead, take one day at a time, yadda, yadda, yadda. Anyone got anything that maybe I haven't thought of?
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Wow Monica, you are amazing. You can do it because you are you and have a ton of talent and ability and because God qualifies us for those things that are most important. Also you have a great husband who I am sure already does and will help you even more. Hang in there and I hope you get better soon.
My only advice is to take time to go to lunch with me, or even dinner with Curtis and Jared too I guess. That will make it all better, and if it doesn't, you can always hire a maid. :)
I think you're right Katie! Especially about the maid part....if only.
Monica, I hope you can figure it out. I am certain that you can do it! You're a very talented person and I admire you a lot. Let us know if you could use a break.
After you eat lunch with Katie you could come to my house to relax:) I know you already do but mke sure you read your scriptures! I know, another trite answer, but it is amazing the strength that is gained from something so small. I would also suggest some ALONE time on a weekly basis (school doesn't count). I miss you and hope we can see you on our way to Idaho in May!
As your Mom I'd give you more advice but those that have commented have already given great advice. The one day at a time is crucial though. You can do it because you are a daughter of God and through him you can do all things. Pray for strength and patience. We love you.
and pray your bishop will decide one calling is plenty! More than one calling with kids and nursing school- wow over load.
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