Last week I was thrilled about being back at the rink and managing Cooper's team. I was in my element and I knew what I was doing. This past weekend, no one volunteered for Grady's team. I waited. The coach sent out 3 emails begging for a volunteer. Nothing. Finally, I responded. I told him I couldn't do it on my own but I would help. Two others came forward after me. I should have kept my mouth shut.
This week I am overwhelmed. I can't even count the number of hockey emails that are flooding my inbox and the things I have to learn about managing a Novice team. I've had a feeling in the pit of my stomach and my chest telling me I've taken on too much. I am overwhelmed with new responsibilities.
If you know me, I am an organizer and out of the 3, I took charge and started delegating. The good news is I kept what I wanted to do and handed out the rest of the tasks. Thankfully the team is full of helpers, but no one wanted to be in charge. Sigh.... I really didn't want to be either.
I need to learn how to say no. Not only that, I have to learn to not feel guilty about it. I can't always be the one to volunteer when no one else will do it. I have to stop feeling guilty if I don't want to step up all the time. I have to learn to say no.
I am also not a quitter. I will get through the next 9 months with a smile on my face as I manage 2 hockey teams and also act as Grady's class rep. Next year I will do 1 of these jobs and pat myself on the back for saying no.
On a brighter note, we got our photos back, Tomie is the best, 2 days later and I get my sneak peak. I love how they turned out. Yes, Yes, YES!!! For those of you that wanted to see the finished product with the dress - voila!
Happy Hump Day!
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