Life as I know it...

So, the semester is well under way, and I am well...under. :)
I actually ended up dropping one of my classes, since I just had too much on my plate. Between full-time work, school, three callings, and a new position on the state UAEYC board, I think I can safely say I have plenty to occupy my time. But they are all good things, and I really do enjoy them. And, with one class off the list, I feel like I might be able to manage things. I even occasionally have time for a social activity or two. (Hey, going to the gym with a friend counts, right?)
So, to answer the above question - Yes, chances are I'm busy. But chances are also good that I'm happy and feeling productive.

I actually have had some time to do extra little things lately. If I really leave work when I'm supposed to (which might happen 1/2 of the time on a good week), then I can be home around 3:30 a couple of days a week, when I don't have class, etc. Now, you would think I would use that time for all the stuff piling up, such as cleaning my house, reading for classes, etc. Instead, I have been (not so wisely, perhaps) reading some great books. I read the fourth Twilight book, "Breaking Dawn", in a day, along with most of another book, "Fairest" by Gail Levine (author of "Ella Enchanted"). It's the Snow White story with a twist, and I really enjoyed it. Then yesterday I bought a new book, "Beauty", by Robin McKinley (author of the Blue Sword series) which is the Beauty and the Beast story. So far, I'm liking this one as well. So, even though it might not be the most productive use of the little spare time I have, I enjoy myself, and it is a good balance for the stress and busyness of my regular activities. So, I refuse to feel to guilty....most of the time. :)