today 3 of my 4children went back to school today,I have mixed emotions about this.Feeling a bit down today and happy all at the same time .i miss them ,but think about how quiet it is.

My baby starts tomorrow so maybe I am a little sad about that too.

Is it normal to have these mixed emotions as many mothers as school are all saying couldnt wait to get rid of them today.!

Today is a very tireing day it is a week off my children going back to school after having 6 weeks school hols .The older 3 kids are o.k they can entertain themselves ,but Harry who is starting school next week needs to be entertained.mum can I do craft ,mum can I watch tv ,mum can you play with me ,mum my brothers wont play with me.My brain is exhausted as is my day off work and can usually get all house work done.But not today or any other day for the past 5 weeks. I manage to vaccuum 2 times a week,but when kids are at school only once and my house looks great.

I can't think as there is always someone saying mum mum mum!

I've been in bed really early for the last week I think I am really exhausted by it all.Its amazing how us mums actually survive and get through each day.breakfast,getting ready for work organising the kids for their day,making lunches,washing ,getting to work on time,focus on work,remember to pick the kids up,try to listen to 4 kids all at the same time tell you about their day,drive home,deal with what wasn't done at home that morning ,get the washing off the line,fold it put it away,get kids in shower .organise dinner,say hello to husband whe he comes home,have dinner,clean up,put kids to bed,find the energy to have time with husband and then bed.

sooooosoooo tireing and to find time to sit for 5 mins for yourself would be fantastic!