Routine, Routine, Routine ...

It's the week after Labour Day, and that can mean only one thing --- the return of the back-to-school routine. No one in our family is going to school this year. All the same, our new activities and classes are starting this week. It is time to get into a regular schedule once again.

Here's a rundown of our family's new weekly routine:

Monday: free!
Tuesday: 9:00-9:45pm -- Lindsay's music class
Wednesday: 4:15-5:00pm -- Preschooler's music class
Thursday: 10:15am-12:15pm -- Lindsay and the kids volunteer at the YMCA
Friday: 6:00-7:00pm -- Boys' swimming lessons
Saturday: 9:30-10:30am -- Lindsay's pilates class
Sunday: 9:30-11:00am -- Church

I think (hope) we've struck the right balance between engaging in fun activities, but not over-scheduling. I'm especially looking forward to volunteering at the Y because the children can come with me. I'll be helping with the preschool programs.

September always feels like the start of a new year, more so than January. I enjoy the fall because I thrive on a predictable routine. So here's to the beginning of a new year, new activities, and a new family schedule!