Keepin it real

I like to keep it real and not live in Lala land of the perfect parents. I am not one of those moms who have their kids on a routine. I'm not saying that's a bad thing so calm down if that's you. I am wishing I was one of those moms right about now lately! 2 of my 3 kids like to stay up, stay up late, stay up late so mommy doesn't get any "mommy time" let alone any "mommy and daddy time". Lately they are pushing past 10:30. Seriously, I am exhausted, shouldn't you be! I wish I got a 2 hour nap during the day like you did! I  turn into pissed off, overly tired, just want to go to sleep mom. Then I say a quick prayer to God to please forgive me for being impatient and give me patience and also to please make these kids go to sleep! I'm hungry, I'm thirsty, I want milk. Ahhhh!!! Just go to sleep is all I can say (yell). {tomatoe, tomahtoe} I have to take a deep breathe and try to be nice mom and without sounding like I'm begging, I beg for them to please go to sleep. Mommy is tired, you should be tired too, it is late and it is time for bed! I promise you aren't going to miss out on some wild house party or a trip to the ice cream store. So I say one last time, I love you, sweet dreams, goodnight.