All of It

Ever have one of those days that you feel very under appreciated?

That no one gets the hard work you do?

There are days like today, I went way beyond what a normal person would do in a day.

I have the blisters on my hands and my feet, from a hard days work, after two hard workouts.

I have vowed to do everything possible to stay on track with the care of the house, inside and out.

I have vowed to train well for this 1/2 ironman.

All I want is acknowledgement.  Not a "looks nice".  How long did it take you?

How about a......Wow that looks fantastic, and you did all the yard work too?  That must of been brutal after your workouts.   You know how much I appreciate you doing all this stuff?  Especially when your working so hard towards your own personal goals.  Thank you.

I think my 14 year old was more impressed with me than my husband.  He marveled at the deck.  Said it looks brand new.  He asked what else I did.  I told him and he said "Good job, Mom!"  That's a lot for one day.  You deserve to sit on the couch and do nothing.  Why thank you Jeffrey.

I take pride in the fact that most women I know don't do half of what I do.  I see all the husbands outside getting stuff done when they can fit it in.  I'm able to give that free time luxury to my husband.  It's only fair since I'm the one home all day.

But I'm certainly not sitting at home eating Bon bons all day.  I'm working my ass off making this house one of the nicest ones on the block.  Inside and out.

I take my household manger duties seriously.  Like a job.   Since I don't get paid for said job.  Words of excitement, astonishment, awe, and sheer impressiveness are required.  Especially during my 18 weeks of  ironman training.

I've spoiled the man.  This is normal for him.  He knows I'll take care of it all.  The same can be said for my kids.  I'll take care of it all.

Soon we leave for vacation.  I've been talking about how important it is for me to get my workouts in.  I will not fall behind.  It is very important to me.  I ask questions on where to swim where to bike.  It's not the most triathlete friendly place, I guess.  I still don't know where this will all take place, but I do know I will be placing myself first.  I  will figure it out, get it done and take care of it all.