Another 48

Well today was the start of a 48 hour shift with my DH. Those are always tough as I find myself scrambling to keep my sanity while managing the kids and being pregnant. There is no doubt in my mind, having 3under3 will be even harder. Today was also a tough morning because I got a phone call from my sister, my dad's brother is dying from a massive heart attack. My dad's brother lives in Australia and it is a struggle for my dad to get over there, he was very upset. Fortunately we were able to make it happen for him, so he is on his way and will hopefully get there before his brother passes, but it is a 20 hour flight. My uncle has had heart troubles for some time. It is a huge strain on the fam financially, but I guess that financial troubles are part of life. That's one of the things I talk about in Double Duty, trying to budget and manage your finances when running a household with two under two or more. It's tough. I have to say money troubles definitely increase the stress one feels, and can make any day seem a little more bleak. But ultimately I guess what it comes down to is it really is just money. Money can make our lives more comfortable at times, but certainly isn't the end to all. Love, family, support and our health is so much more important. So through my various bouts of tears today (to which my darling 2 year old would hug me and say "i uv u mommy" I am grateful beyond words that broke or no broke, I have my beautiful family. I can't wait to meet #3.