Summer is flying by. I have been so busy that it makes me sad. I am so busy before work and at work and after work and on weekends that i’ve kind of become a stressed person. I love freelancing and doing clients at home, but it has kind of taken over. I don’t know how to find a balance that works. I don’t want to raise my prices or divorce any of my clients, but I’m just too busy and I’m really starting to miss my free time. Any suggestions? How about if I just do one or two specific days a week for my freelancing? Is this boring talk? I’m ultra anxious right now because I am booked for a huge (to me) tv job next weekend. I don’t have an assistant and I’m really excited and stressed and nervous about how I’m going to juggle everyone by myself. I hope it goes well. Because tv is really where I want my career to go.
I think I’m going to make a list of things to do this summer and then I’m going to do them. I have several things to look forward to…This weekend is going to be free from any work for both jake and myself, which basically never happens. jake and I are going to charleston in a few weeks for a little vacation and to visit some great friends (I’m going to make a little surprise for the pip that is inspired by a great comment I got! Thanks so much Liz), hopefully some beach trips, lots of running (Jake and I are in marathon training), a half marathon in Philadelphia, and maybe just some spontaneous day trips. Hopefully. It’s going to be a great summer, I just need to slow down and enjoy it.
There has been construction going on outside of pippy’s house for a long time and we haven’t been able to take her outside because of it, but I’m wondering if we could for a little walk or just to sit in the grass? I’m going to ask.
I’m kind of just writing down my random thoughts, which is a little weird, but it kind of feels good for some reason. This post is kind of a downer, right? I’m really lucky to love my job and to be working so much, I guess I just need to figure out what works best for me in terms of balance, because the salon and freelance and being a wife and training for a marathon and church and visiting my daughter in a different city is a complete juggling act.
Also, a lot of my clients are my friends and read my blob, so I hope you aren’t like “what the H reags, thanks for making me feel like you hate me!”. I don’t hate you, I love you and your hair with every body part on my body except for like 4 of them…because gross.
Here are some pictures of a cute little pixie. I’m blobbing from my phone and I never can control or know where the pictures are going to end up in the post so enjoy the pics above or below or around the block.
Reagan,
I hope that helps, but it sounds like you’re on the right track anyway!
I know how you feel about the whole scheduling situation- I’ve been there. I teach Pilates and clients constantly ask for sessions outside of my normal work schedule. I have finally learned to set the schedule I want and I stick to it. On rare occasions I will make an exception if it is something I’m excited about. For example, I love teaching the pregnant crowd and am willing to work extra to accommodate a belly
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I agree. I think you need to come up with how many hours you are willing to work a week, and once those hours are booked, stick to your guns and say no….unless its a cool tv booking, etc. (or other examples of things you are excited about.) Life is too short to spend all your time working and being a stress mess. Sometimes you need to schedule time to breathe. Plus, if your clients are also your friends they should understand. Good luck!
P.S. you’ll be here in 3 weeks..Yay!
So I guess I can’t ask if I can be one of your new clients… Rats. My stylist is away for the summer and my hair is a big long mess. I would highly suggest putting an ad out for a personal intern. Someone who can help you with organizing, is interested in the work you are doing and can gain experience while helping to ease your stress. I know there are tons of eager young women & men in this city who would love this kind of gig. You have a LOT on your plate, enjoy your summer, don’t get caught up in the stuff that makes you feel bad. Pip is a cute as ever, love this little girl and was laughing at your “singing” post. What a doll! Have a fantastic vacation.
What the H Reags, thanks for making me feel like you hate me!
Ha, JUST kidding! But of course I was totally at your place last night making you cut my hair! Sad bomb, hopefully you had fun because I REALLY had fun with you and Kim, and if it’s not too overwhelming I think we should totally schedule like that again because I felt more like I was hanging out than running an errand. If it seems like more work for you though, scratch that.
Also, seriously if I ever ask you to cut my hair and you can’t or even don’t want to do it, just tell me because I can always wait a week or two. I’m not the type of person (as you probably know by now) that needs my hair cut every six weeks or I freak out. I’m more the kind of person who starts thinking, “Hm, I think I need a haircut.” Then a week goes by and I might text you about it, and then another two weeks go by and I think, “Oh yeah, I need my hair cut.” And then another week goes by and I’m like, “Holy crap, my hair’s getting long. Reag, are you available?” So for reals, if you’re overwhelmed I totally wouldn’t mind if you ask me to wait till you’re not as stressed.
And I totally hear you, summer is flyyyyyyyyying by!! So crazy. I’m a little sad because I feel like my schedule hasn’t left any time over for spontaneous day trips like you mentioned. Boo.
Anyway, thanks again for letting me come up last night! It was super fun and I really liked your hood/block. The little families hanging outside your apartment were so cute!
My sister could have written your post (well, the part about work) a few years ago. She finally wanted her life back and, as you said, divorced many off hour clients. They actually totally understood, so it wasn’t as bad as she thought it would be. She is a lot happier and less stressed (actually just bought her dream beach house and is renovating it with her husband and her free time!).
Life is too short. Take care of YOU!
I’ll be your assistant!!!
It’s not easy. No advice here, just emphathy.
Hi Reagan !
I can totally understand the stressful, busy life dilemma thing !
I have a very self serving proposition for you . ( self serving in that , I need some space. I need time NOT devoted to the kids, requiring responsibility and expectations . in that, Im forced to leave the kids and hubby and do something else. ) Train me to be your ( FREE ! ) helper and have me come help you ! See..selfish .. but .. I could be fun !!