Have I Joined the Circus?!?!

I think so....!!  Have any other momma's out there ever felt like you were in a middle of a circus ring, with a bazillion things going on around you...all of those things vying for a bit of your attention?  And you know some of the "acts" are much more important than others and that there is just not enough time in the day to see it all?!  Such is my life as of late!  The dynamics in our household have shifted tremendously since the arrival of little Marley, and I am constantly trying to juggle everything...trying to find balance in my day and with those that I love.  Some days, I know I've let things fall to the wayside...my husband, Miss Sasha, etc.  On those days, I feel as though there is just not enough hours in the day to get to it all...to work my full-time job, to tend to Marley after work, to get her through her bedtime routine, to tidy up the house, make dinner, possibly squeeze a workout in, and MAYBE relax for a moment or two! 

Not trying to air our dirty laundry, but Trav and I recently had an argument centered around this very issue.  His side:  I have pushed him to the back-burner, along with Sasha, and don't spend any time trying to do things for them.  I need to do something nice for my husband and not be so wrapped up in Marley 24/hrs a day.  Ok...that's all fine and dandy, and I agree with most of it, but...My side:  He will never know/understand the love a mother has for her baby.  I can't explain it, but it's different than how he loves her, though I know he loves her very much.  I'm spread too thin already and in an effort to prioritize certain things (ie: care of Marley being #1) I lose sight of other things...So what's the answer?  Trav seems to think that we are the only couple in AMERICA experiencing this struggle, which I highly doubt!  One of the married ladies that I work with said, "Husband, kids, house, job...it will be a balancing act your entire life.  Something is always moving front and center while something else is neglected, and if you ever figure it out, let me know!"  Reassuring! 

Any suggestions?  Any tips that have helped you maintain balance in your home?  Or are we really the only hubby/wife duo that deals with this insanity?!  Whew!

On that note...we've had a couple lazy weekends at home and are heading up to the cabin this weekend for some sun (hopefully) and fun on the lake!  Travis got a new 4-Wheeler which he is excited to bring up and play around with, and I am just plain excited to get out of my house for a weekend!

Next weekend I will be heading to a bridal shower for Angie given by the Severson aunts.  Her wedding is getting into full-swing here and I'm so excited for all the fun that will take place over the next 2 months!  On Sunday, August 15th, Marley is getting baptized at the Shattuck-St. Mary's Chapel in Faribault by Father Doyle...love him!  What an important day for Miss Mars!  She will be wearing her cousin's (Ava) christening gown and it's gorgeous!  I love the idea that is was handed down and I think my sister and I will start a tradition of passing it down (and back and forth) between our kids!

Well...I've enjoyed my cup of coffee and now it's time to get ready for work!  I can hear Marley chattering on her monitor!  Let the CIRCUS begin!

xoxoxo-
Stevie