IT’S THE SMALL THINGS

And just like that, it is the first day of the second half of the year on Monday. Before we know it, Christmas bells will be ringing and carols will be playing on the radio. Suffice to say, the first half just passed us by. Given the crazy start of the year I had, and because I was not able to share my goals like I normally do at the beginning of every year, like I mentioned when I resumed writing, maybe I would mid-year instead, and so here I am.

As always, things work out for the best, and for a reason. Had I written my goals back in January, they would be very different. They would be framed from the idealistic perspective of a mom to be, rather than someone who has been a mother for almost five months now. To say that it has been the most transformative part of my life so far in such a short period would be putting it mildly, but it has most definitely re-prioritized a lot of things for me, and has framed my outlook in life so much. For the rest of the year, I hope to be able to continue to work on things that I love to do, and have left behind. To resume, and regain the momentum of life as I once knew it, recognizing that there has been a major evolution this time around, and life, these days, is no longer just about me, career growth, and pursuing my passions. Finding a balance, and striking that correct formula is crucial and key.

Another major change has been moving back home after being away for two and a half years. Settling back into the grind and groove of things (with an infant this time around) has been exhilarating, as I try not to overwhelm myself too much. Now more than ever, I realize my baby needs my focus, strength and full attention. Having a tiny human being dependent on me for nourishment and growth, I am learning to take things a bit slower than I otherwise would have to make sure my health is well looked after. I hope to be able to continue to pick and choose who and what I choose to spend my time with and in. I will consciously make an effort to set aside time for myself regularly as well to make sure I am at my best. If I am not, I cannot be, nor share the best of myself with others either.

I never thought I would turn into one of those sentimental mothers who would utter the cliché sayings like “they grow up so fast,” or “I wish I could freeze him at this point for time to go slower.” The last five months have proven to me that time is a thief when it comes to your children, and especially at this stage I suppose. Every week, there is something new developmentally. New milestones are met everyday, and I would want to be present for as many of them as possible. I promised myself to be able to spend as much time with him as I possibly can because that time equates to the love, security and support he will feel when he gets older. I want to be able to give him as much family time as possible because these are the blocks that will set the foundation and build him for the future.

What are your goals for the rest of the year?