What I want right now

I want to be more organized. Not the socks-folded-sorted-by-color kind of organized. It's just that with trying to keep track of the schedules, etc., of a family of 6 plus a dog, I find it hard to stay on top of things. Things like appts, registrations, laundry, normal meal times, extra nurturing things, etc. I have high standards for myself as a mother. I think that being a mother is the most honorable and important "profession" in the universe. It is my career choice and I take it seriously (or comically, depending on the situation. lol) I wish I had more energy and a clearer head to keep up with it all. It is so much more than food, clothing and shelter (although, finding the bucks to keep those things consistent is difficult enough.....well, except for shelter. Fortunately, the Army will always provide a roof over our heads). It's ensuring that there is nurturing, also. Not just hugs and kisses, which are uber important. But things like slowing down long enough to truly listen, making eye contact, interacting, making time, making sure that they are involved in things that interest them (like sports or dance or play dates, etc) and so much more. I want so much for my kids. I wish that I could do more. I wish that I didn't get tired or achy. I wish I was in better shape to play sports with them more often.