We Work Hard for the Money....

Most everyone knows how hard my husband works.  But, I feel like perhaps I should document this in my blog because SOMEDAY we will look back at this moment in time and say, "NO WAY did he work that many hours, that many days, THAT many jobs!"

Currently, Matt works 4 jobs. Yes, 4 JOBS (2 home insurance appraisal companies, tech support at Pampered Chef, and owner of Kramerica Tickets)! He basically works morning, noon, and night. There are days we don't see him at all.  He's literally the hardest working man I know (and I was raised with an EXTREMELY hardworking dad!) 

He complains very little about the lack of sleep, time at home, and family time. Thank goodness for technology, we are able to Facetime with him each evening while he is at work (3pm-11pm).  This kids get SO excited to see his face on "tv."  They fight for the screen... Mya rambling on and on about her day and asking him over and over "What are you doing?"  Luke saying "HI!" on repeat. It melts my heart and breaks my heart all at the same time.  They miss their Daddy, but hopefully someday they will understand that he worked so hard to provide the things they need (and want). 

Facetime with Daddy... topless!

As a somewhat "single" mom, my days get very looooooong and trying sometimes.  I try to grit my teeth and go with the flow.  It's hard to complain about being tired and stressed when I know that Matt is working his tail off! I'm always looking for activities to keep us busy! I decided the other night that taking the kids on a "roadtrip" to have a dinner date with Daddy would be fun! Mya squealed with excitement and Luke squealed because Mya squealed! Matt has a set dinner time (7:30) which is past the kiddos usual bedtime. So, I snacked them up, packed their pj's, and headed for Addison.  We picked up Portillos and headed for Pampered Chef Corporate Office.  When we arrived, the kids were beside themselves with excitement! It was a great date! Matt and I even decided we should do it more often!

Dinner with Daddy at Work

Can't bring Daddy to bedtime, bring bedtime to Daddy!

We are crossing our fingers and toes that very soon, we can decrease his job load by at least 1! For now, we will keep pushing on and enjoying the little time during the week and take full advantage of our weekends together!