Finding the Silver Lining

I've been back at work for a little over two weeks now, and . . . it. totally. sucks. I wasn't expecting it to be awesome or anything, but being through it once before, I thought I would be able to keep my emotions in check. Luckily, I've been able to keep it together while I'm in the office. But I've been a complete mess at home.  My breakdowns are not helpful for anyone, so rather than getting completely depressed, I've decided to put together a list of the positives to help me get through the tough days.

1.  Obviously, getting a paycheck is a good thing. It was nice to finally see something in the deposit column on my online bank statement. I know how lucky I am to even have a job in this economy.

2.  Showering every day is greatly appreciated by my husband.

3.  Being able to pee alone, behind a closed door . . .'nuff said.

4.  Even more alone time in the mother's room. 15 minutes, 3 times a day, of quiet (well, except for the sound of the pump motor). 

5.  My snack drawer (aka the office "pantry") is pretty awesome.

6.  Working out with DVDs at home is much better for my self-esteem than taking Pure Barre with all of the super skinny, fit ladies who don't even break a sweat . . . while I'm counting down the minutes of torture to muscles I didn't even know I had.

7.  No more feeling guilty about not getting enough done around the house, not having cooked enough, not finishing enough books, or not making all of those Pinterest inspirations I keep meaning to get around to. 

8. I've been able to avoid having a Social Media intervention, since my time on FB, Pinterest, FourSquare, and Twitter is now limited.  

9. My co-workers (well, most of them) have given me such a warm welcome. It is nice to come back feeling missed and appreciated. 

10. Kai loves his school and learns so much from his amazing teachers.

11. My boys and I get to spend time with the most wonderful mom & grandma. We are so unbelievably blessed to have my mom. 

There, I feel better now. Of course, it does help that tomorrow is a holiday. :)