Now that my kids are older, I want to get out do more things for Christmas. In the past, I’ve felt restricted because I was either pregnant and didn’t feel well or thought my kids were too young and didn’t feel brave to venture out with them.

Three kids later, I have changed that perspective. Although, it helps that my youngest is almost 3. Every day this past week, we’ve had something to do in town -whether it be see Santa, watch a parade, watch a tree lighting, or some other festive event. I like getting out and being in the middle of things. I want to experience life. It can be hard when you have kids since they naturally can restrict your activities due to their age. I also want to establish traditions with my children, to build good memories of the holidays.

My dilemma comes in when I question whether I am doing something selfishly and not putting my kid’s needs first. Should I be so busy? Is it hard on them? If we were home, they would just gravitate toward the TV. I know that my kids might not like everything I do and they just have to deal with it sometimes. It’s definitely a balance.