We're all a little crazy and living in a little bit of filth can't be *that* bad.
I'm a planner as well and I always have been, this is what works for me and keeps me from losing my mind. Like others have mentioned, you learn to let go. I have let go quite a bit, however, I can't say that I would completely let go or that it would be healthy to do so!
I still have my lists and plan things out, but really I've learned to plan loosely and not freak out when things get pushed off to the next day. I place little sticky notes on the fridge to remind myself we need to replace a certain grocerie, I throw clothes in the washer (through out the day) and start it at night before bed, I fold clothes and leave them stacked neatly on the table until R is available and puts them away or I tuck em away when Sophie naps.
I've learned to utilize naps but not just for work. When Sophie falls out I get up and do a quick 10-15 minute clean up, when the time goes off I sit down and watch a show, look on LJ, clip my nails, drink some tea, or read a quick chapter of a book I've been longing to finish (gahh, to get through a book in one day...), anything that is just for me. This is helpful and keeps me from feeling swamped but I do get things done and manage to not loose myself in the meantime.
I have become the master of funny noises and faces which keep Sophie entertained while I brush my teeth, wash my face, get dressed do my hair, or make the bed. Wearing her keeps her satisfied while I do errands and then when she's out I have more me time. Also, have you seen the Wiggle Worm Play Gym? Here's (http://www.geniusbabies.com/wiggle-worm-gym-infantino.html) a link! They have a zillion activity play mats on this site and they are all wonderful! I would totally look into getting one, if I were you. Sophie really doesn't entertain herself either but she loves the wiggle worm gym and we can get a good 25 minutes of her having (educational, brain stimulating fun!) fun.
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Date: 2008-12-12 11:56 pm (UTC)I'm a planner as well and I always have been, this is what works for me and keeps me from losing my mind. Like others have mentioned, you learn to let go. I have let go quite a bit, however, I can't say that I would completely let go or that it would be healthy to do so!
I still have my lists and plan things out, but really I've learned to plan loosely and not freak out when things get pushed off to the next day. I place little sticky notes on the fridge to remind myself we need to replace a certain grocerie, I throw clothes in the washer (through out the day) and start it at night before bed, I fold clothes and leave them stacked neatly on the table until R is available and puts them away or I tuck em away when Sophie naps.
I've learned to utilize naps but not just for work. When Sophie falls out I get up and do a quick 10-15 minute clean up, when the time goes off I sit down and watch a show, look on LJ, clip my nails, drink some tea, or read a quick chapter of a book I've been longing to finish (gahh, to get through a book in one day...), anything that is just for me. This is helpful and keeps me from feeling swamped but I do get things done and manage to not loose myself in the meantime.
I have become the master of funny noises and faces which keep Sophie entertained while I brush my teeth, wash my face, get dressed do my hair, or make the bed. Wearing her keeps her satisfied while I do errands and then when she's out I have more me time. Also, have you seen the Wiggle Worm Play Gym? Here's (http://www.geniusbabies.com/wiggle-worm-gym-infantino.html) a link! They have a zillion activity play mats on this site and they are all wonderful! I would totally look into getting one, if I were you. Sophie really doesn't entertain herself either but she loves the wiggle worm gym and we can get a good 25 minutes of her having (educational, brain stimulating fun!) fun.