Making Time for Joy

Balance is a constant effort. I wake up each morning vowing to take the time to do at least one that brings me joy. I mean, there are lots of things I enjoy doing. It shouldn't be that hard to remember to do one of them. But then, before I know it, it is 5pm and time to pick up the kids, do the farm chores, make dinner, fold laundry, do bedtime routine, do dishes, and then - seemingly before I know it - the day is over and I have not managed to do one thing that sparked joy. Not one. Sigh. Balance is a constant battle that I today I did not win.