Learning Your Limits

Well, it's hard to admit, but we are not super human. I learned this hard lesson this week. I could feel it coming over the last 3 weeks. Working 7-4 and then continuing to work at home until 11pm at least 4 nights a week has to catch up with you. 9-12-08 was my D-day. I had a complete and total melt down.

What did I learn?

I learned that when you feel the melt down coming, do something about it. Don't expect anyone else to tell you to stop. Just STOP!

I learned that those around me who love me told me to stop, and I ignored them.

I learned that those who I perceived to be in charge, were not really in charge. I am in charge of me. I am in charge of my health. I am in charge of my schedule.

I have always known that saying, "No" and "I need help" are two things that equate to failure. I am much better than I was, but there is still much room for improvement.

I have learned that I need to put my family first and my job second. If I don't do this, I won't be around to take care of either.

So I handed in my cape and wonder woman gold go-go boots, and I can only be human.

I love my job, but I am expendable ... in the most permanent way.