Energy capacity

[Debbrn]

I am looking for a reality check and any ideas. I work 7 days in a row and then I am off 7 days in a row. On my 7 days on I have about 5 hours of energy and on my 7 off I have about 25 hours. So in a 2 week period I have a total of 30 hours to get everything done and have a little bit of a life. I am single so I have no one to help. My mother had a stroke 1 1/2 years ago so dad is busy with her. So if you had 30 hours of energy in 2 weeks, how would you spend it? It has to include fun; taking care of yourself including eating, exercising, and showering etc; cleaning the house, laundry; and yard work.

One of the extra things I have in the next 2 weeks is I have to deal with getting my car fixed after someone rear ended me last week. My house is also up for sale so I am having to constantly keep it clean. Oh to let my bed stay unmade for one day. I have a doctors appointment this week also. My mother is demanding that I come see her also. I guess I will go in about 3 weeks for about 3 days. It will not be enough for her, but she will just have to accept it.

I am going to have to start paying some one to cut my grass again. But I can't find someone that does a good job considering how much they charge.

Debbie

 

[Guest]

Wow.

Just wow.

*sighs*

And, here, I thought I was the only one feeling the crunch of not having enough time. Being off work for 2 months sure gave me a lot of time to check my boards, get things done around the house (not that I actually did anything) and relax. This past week ... and this week, still ... was and will be a great adjustment to having a full time job again. The fact that the job isn't what I wanted, less money than I was making, more costs in health care (MCs might have to be sold now) ... is draining my energy even more.

Unfortunately, I have no answers for you....


Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 31swm/pig valve/pacemaker
MCfamily.models.HO.chdQB = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/
MC Guide = http://www.chevyasylum.com/mcspotter/main.html
"It goes so fast" ... Jodee Messina ... 'Was That My Life?'

 

[Chrisandgary]

I feel for you. The only thing I try to do is tell my self to take a deep breath and relax for a second - to not sweat the small stuff.
Gary and I have 4 children 9,8,5 and 3. Gary works 6 sometimes 7 days a week from 6am until 7-8pm at nite. He is never home. I do everything from the garbage to the lawn mowing, cleaning the pool, the house etc. We have no extra $ to pay for lawn services, etc. I am a stay at home mom who sells Avon. I am starting to get very overwhelmed by Garys need for surgery in September. Our families do not live close by and our friends here all have 3 children. I hate to ask them for help - because its 4 more kids!
I am already anticipating the lawn care in Sept (I'll will be taking care of Gary and trying to find time to mow and ohmygosh the gutters!) Not only that but my kids will be in school and he'll be having surgery in NYC (almost 2 hours from our home)I am extremely stressed as to how this is going to work out. One child starts nursery school, one starts kindergarten and the other 2 are older and go all day. This is going to be a very stressful time for them too. I just dont know how I am going to do it all.
If there is anything I can do - if you want to vent or have a household problem (clogged toilet, leaky pipe!) I would be glad to try to help! I wish you best and if you figure out how to get rid of that overwhelming feeling let me know!
Christine ( my life would go a little easier if his surgery was in August before school starts UGHHHHGHHH)

 

[Bill Hall]

Deb - It sounds like the first week is just too much and you just have to eat, shower and work and there is just no time for anything else. The second week you don't have any work, so maybe the 25 hours is a slight understatement. Please find time to see your mother, that is important. Your dad might be a great guy, but I don't think he wants to mow your lawn, but might be willing to help until the house is sold. I think you will feel more at ease once the house is sold and the car is fixed. Since you are single maybe you can find a boyfriend who is into neatness and can also help with chores. Maybe he can contribute to fun also.
Bill