One Secret to a Working Mom Success: Make Family Events More Enjoyable With Friends

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Better Together: Why Inviting Another Family Makes Activities More Fun #FamilyFun Sometimes family activities can feel like another item on the to-do list. However, doing those activities with another family makes them more fun! Whether it’s a trip to an amusement park , a visit to the local pool , or trip to a pumpkin patch , including another family can multiply the fun in amazing ways. One of my favorite moms to collaborate with is my friend, Ayana Ledford who's pictured above with her daughter Sahar. We have done all of the things listed as seemingly random examples above and here is how including her and her daughter (and sometimes her son too) has made the events more fun. On the date above, Ayana almost left the venue because parking was a nightmare. That said, she hung in there and we would up having a great time!
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Wordless Wednesday: Mommy Time!

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"Mommy Time"


First, let me apologize for my delinquent posting. A lot has been going on in my world and I am just trying to catch up! (When the White House comes a calling you show up! Click here for more about that.) 


Now to the topic of this post. The above photo reflects, "Mommy Time". (My daughter wanted to make sure that everyone knew that she took the photo. So, now you do! :-)) My daughter declared that individual time with me is "Mommy Time"! Not very original, but it's catchy, right?! 


In any event, it caught on with the baby. So now it's a thing, at least in our household. 

It's generally their favorite time of day. I have to admit that it's mine too. I love taking one of my kids--embracing them, inhaling them, and then exhaling. My life isn't perfect. However, I am honored to live it. 

As a working mom, I have doubts about my childcare choices. I know that I know what is best for my children. However, I outsource their day-to-day care to others. If I added up the hours that others spend with my kids versus those that I spend with them, I'd feel even worse. Fortunately, lawyers aren't that great at math! That said, during those times when we have "Mommy Time", I am thrilled that my kids still think that I am the greatest. Friends who have other children tell me that this time won't last forever. However, you should know that I am treasuring every moment as long as it does--most days... :-)

Until next time, enjoy your world!

Question: What rituals do you have to make you feel better about working full time?





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