Super Mom

I am not. Most of us aren't; We just get by, barely. But, then there are those who I am sure might take flight any minute, donning a cape and springing into action. I always wonder about these women, these seemingly normal moms with normal life's but who seem to harbor supernatural, superhero powers.

How is it that I've NEVER, EVER, seen so and so without her hair done and her makeup on? I mean, I'll see her at like 8:00 in the morning, long flowing gorgeous hair, beautiful heart shaped pout, dressed to a T. Never, ever a ponytail. Never, ever sweats, never, ever even an eyelash out of place.

How is it that when I drop by so and so's house anytime of day, unannounced, there is never anything out of place. I stop first thing in the morning and her house already sparkles and shines. So, I try again, this time around bedtime, the kids have been home for hours now and she's been busy making dinner and helping with homework. Still, immaculate.

How is it that so and so immerses her day in selfless service? Everyday you can find her helping someone from babysitting to laundry, to driving someone to appointments. All this while balancing her own family and her own needs.

How is it that so and so can take her young brood of four to the grocery store with out any meltdowns or tantrums. How is it that they all sit quietly in the cart or walk obediently nearby without without shrieking "I want this!" or "he hit me". There are no high speed chases through the produce. Just kind, obedient kids.

Yes, these are people I know. I know that they are exceptions to the rule and I like to think that they are hiding some deep dark secret and that their life really sucks more than mine but I only do that to make my self feel better. The truth is, these are the people I try to emulate. The ones who seem to have it all together. The ones who seem to be perfect. But, in the end I always come up way too short. I normally don't try to be so hard on myself but I fallen to new depths of laziness lately. I'm lucky to shower. Make-up? ya right! You come over to my house right now and I'd warn you to not trip over the toys or step in the mushed banana. Chances are, if you come to my house today, Owen will be running around naked, the floor will be unswept, you will be able to smell the laundry rotting in the laundry room. I have given up. Some days pass without me being able to recall even the slightest thing I've accomplished. My "to do" list grows while my "done" list shrinks. Super mom? I am not. A good mom? maybe. Overworked, overstressed, and overweight mom? defiantly. And it's ok. I don't need to be perfect and besides,I like to keep things in balance. Today for instance. I should be doing this

and this

and yes, this too

But...right now I'm blogging. Because...we all know what is more important!