Things we take for granted

A quick post today. I was able to remind myself that even on days when you are feeling down, there is always something you are taking for granted that you should recognize. I used to always come home from my job and groan "what a waste of a day!" Or many days I would struggle with a person at work, or grasping a new concept, or trying to gather the right information, or WHATEVER it was that was impeding my ability to have a good day. It's all trickery. The only thing that keeps people from having a good day is their attitude, and their perspective.

To sound cliche, I think we should all count our blessings. I least I had a job. At least I had a paycheck that paid my bills. At least I interacted with people, and had copious opportunities to use my brain.

As a stay at home dad, I've transitioned from a professional life to a domestic one. It's equally, if not more demanding to keep a positive perspective and attitude. I knew many moms at my work who were envious that I was going to stay at home with my kiddo. Honestly, I can't blame them, but it's a major transition. You're interaction with grown-ups dwindles to nothing, unless your child is famous, they don't pay you, and there is not a lot of praise or immediate rewards when you're at home all day.

But on the flip side, I need to remind myself of why everyone is so envious of my position. I get to hang out with my daughter all day. We might not play all day, but we get to hang out and chat, and run and laugh a lot.

Okay, I'm going to come at today with a positive, enthusiastic and playful attitude. Get ready child of mine; we're going to have fun! Let's enjoy the time we get to spend together!