So here we are, we've left the comforts of our one-bedroom condo, the same condo where we didn't have to mow a lawn, shovel snow, or even go outside to throw out the trash. We'd come home and chill - not a worry in the world. It was a hop and skip from the Metra train, near restaurants and some local bars, things were open late, and not too far of a commute from the city nightlife.
Now...Hello to suburban family life! We live in a beautiful neighborhood surrounded by parks and families just like us - lots of babies and toddlers. Our son will be lucky enough to attend award winning schools, have his own room, and a decent size backyard to play in. Some of these things my husband and I didn't have growing up and of course, we want to give our child the world - things we had, and more.
Businesses in this neighborhood close early - no late night taco joints, 24 hr Subways or all night diners. It's very residential. We have retail and businesses across from our neighborhood that I can walk to - Starbucks, Subway, Jewel, some Italian restaurant and pizza joint....still - they close early.
Going to the city to soak in some culture and grab a phenomenal meal, or just to enjoy the walks and cocktails on a rooftop somewhere requires planning. Not to mention, the expressway to get there has ridiculous construction and the traffic situation makes you tired before you even leave the house.
So here I am, one who is used to the comforts of condo living, good food, late nights since I'm an owl, and being able to spend money for the most part - comfortably - although I'm not rich by any means. And now I'm thrown into family life, early nights, limited places to go, having to actually plan my outings, and money is tight. Having a young baby also means no sleep, and beauty regimens have been taking a backseat lately. *heavy sigh* Time to be me is limited in every way possible.
Don't get me wrong, I love my life and my family, I look at my husband and son everyday and I'm grateful for them in every way possible.
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