I have had a lot less time to be domestic lately. I also have not made it to the gym in forever. I got laid off and started a new job which requires me to be in the office 5 days a week ugh. Along with this huge change my husband has also made a career shift, he has started his own consulting company. There is no lack of stress in the Domestic Goddess' household these days. So here are a few tips on how to cut back on stress.
1. Divide and conquer. With ever-changing work schedules we must adapt to new chores and let some things go.
2. Hire help. The HOA came around and wrote very detailed lists of needed home repairs. This list included pulling out a storm damaged bush replacing it etc and cleaning the gutters. Gutter people were quick and efficient and only cost $40. We went with landscaping the whole front ares $360 for labor and supplies. Not naggin' husband or ending up with a HOA fine Priceless.
3. Go outside. It is impossible to relax when you are surrounded by a mess so just leave. Go outside in the backyard and grill. Eat on the patio and the pile of dishes in the sink will not matter.
4. Eat icecream. There is nothing better after a long hard day than sitting down with a little tub of Ben and Jerry's. Next to your hubby on the couch eating some Carmel Sutra that's the life.
Life is all about the little things the little joys, the little wins, the little endulgences. Keep your chin up we are all works in progress :)
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