Glenda's

Babysitter is a powerful word in our house. For Jeri & I having children has not reduced our love of a social setting & adult interaction. If anything, the need for balance between being a parent & remaining true to our self and our interests outside our children is stronger than ever.

The challenge is finding and respecting that balance. At the end of the day being a good parent really means self sacrifice for the betterment of your child and who doesn't want them to be the best they can be. After all, they are a reflection of us & we don't want our image tarnished.

For me, one part of being a good parent means I know when I need to be away from them. I have learned to be more self aware & know when I need to nurture some other aspect of my life, which in turn allows me to function better as a parent vs. wanting to ring their sweet little necks.

Que the babysitter...

So in our quest to develop independent, smart, well adjusted children we seek this sometimes mythical being that seems to float into our house in a bubble and save the day. Again with the balance as the key is finding Glenda the Good Witch of the North & not the Wicked Witch of the West cuz we don't leave our munchkins with just anybody.

I have been blessed to find a small handful of Glenda's, a huge thanks to Kelly Richmond for introducing me to the sweetest, most mature, loving sitters a girl who loves to go out & drink could ever ask for.

They help me to be on my A game at all times and I am truly blessed to have them.

Cheers!