The Balancing Act

I am in this constant juggle or mommyhood, work and school.  I live at home with my parents and my soon to be one year old, work full/over time and do this whole school thing.  It's been difficult as my classes get harder.  The worst part is I haven't lived here very long and it's very hard to find friends my age, 23, that understand I have priorities.  I have let myself down in the past and am working very hard to keep my goals in check.  I hardly go out, by choice.  And a lot of my aquantences do not understand that I can't just go out at the drop of a hat.  I either have to get up early for work, have things to do with my son or want to be with my son or am studying or researching for my papers.  But I am taking things in stride because I want to succeed and if they can not understand that then they aren't worth my time.  That may sound harsh but it's the reality I live.  I want to be the best I can be and if that makes me a homebody for a few years so be it.  Plus I can watch my adorable son grow up and give him the quality time with his mother that he deserves.  Especially when I work 40+ hours a week.  It was a struggle getting less sleep and throwing my schedule around but I'm a new mom. It goes with the job description, lol.  I'm just thankful I have my head clear and my focus is laser sharp.