Kids

Both of my children are struggling a bit right now. The oldest is in college and is struggling with academics and finding limits for his social activism; sleep-deprived, not always making the best choices. It's so hard to be at a distance, to respect his sovereignty and not just try to override his choices.

The youngest is a senior in high school and is overwhelmed (like her older brother was) by the college application process. For her it hurts to see her lose so much sleep to the point where she has trouble being productive.

Juggling

It feels as if there are more balls in the air that I have to keep track of than usual, but I don't think that it's true. My sleep has been disrupted more lately---Laura coughing, staying up to help Elizabeth, etc.  It's been busy though.