Summary: <p>Fail Friday</p><p>My parenting fail this week is getting out of our regular routine. </p><p>It's that time of year again - family day and a week off of school for the kiddos.</p><p>And we have fallen slightly out of routine this week.</p><p>As a busy mom, with a full-time job and a private practice on the side, in addition to studying for exams and taking on some self-development ventures, life is hectic!</p><p>I like to take advantage of every waking hour I can, and while I had a few days off of my regular job, I spent some much needed time catching up on all of the other things going on in my life, with a few days of awesome quality time with the kids...</p><p>But, lack of structure to the day equals a lack of routine. And I've sadly fallen behind in this area this week.</p><p>Mornings have been a bit lazier. Screen time has been a bit more. And all day free-play time has the kids annoyed at having to leave for an hour here or there to run errands or do activities or get to appointments. </p><p>But... I'm okay with it. Sometimes, it's nice to get a little out of routine and take time to just slow down, and to wake up, get out of our pjs, and have dinner on our own schedule. </p><p>So, while getting out of routine can be problematic if it becomes a regular habit, I've fully embraced this little vacation from our regularly scheduled routines.</p><p>And I'm pretty sure the kids have, too!</p><p>After all, we need time to rejuvenate, kids need time to be kids, and the regular daily routine is just around the corner.</p><p>So this week, if you've gotten a bit off track with your routines, don't sweat!</p><p>Sit back, relax, and enjoy this time to slow down and just be, with nowhere to be.</p><p>Don't worry - your regular routine will be there waiting for you next week. </p>
