Do you ever feel like you're juggling a million balls in the air, trying to decide which one to grab and focus on? That's kind of how this year has been so far for me. I had all these plans, but it seems to be a case of not enough hours in the day. If only I could cope with less sleep!

I had intentions of releasing another picture book, two novels and a novella under my pen name, Cyan Tayse. So far, I've only managed one of those. It's not for lack of trying though. I'm currently focusing on the sequel to Fear the Fever, which I'm determined to have out in the next month or so (all going to plan). I've also been inspired by a song and a photoshoot I attended, so I now have even more stories swirling around in my head - I know, right? Just what I need! "I'll add it to the never-ending list of things to do" seems to be my mantra this year.

On top of trying to get through my stories, and proofing for my fellow authors, I also decided to re-release my dancing series with new covers and teasers, as well as my standalone novella, Never Judge a Book.  I've spent the afternoon updating my website, and I've still got another to go - there's always more admin to do (did I mention the never-ending list already?).

But wait, that's not all! I also took it upon myself to organise and host a reader/author event this year! Yes, Wham Bam Author Jam is a go! I'm bringing 32 authors from around New Zealand and Australia to the beautiful city of Christchurch for an epic event where I hope to introduce the readers of NZ to the many talented authors we have in our own backyard. I'm beyond excited for this event, and even more excited that we are raising money for the Mental Health Foundation of NZ at the same time. I have had so many wonderful authors from around the world, offer to donate books to the raffles, swag for the goodie bags, and we're even getting a write up in the next eYs magazine! Exciting times, my friends.

Meanwhile, my house is under offer, and we're frantically trying to find a new forever home. The countdown is on!

All that being said, I wouldn't change it for the world. Yes, sometimes it feels as though I'm drowning in admin and lists, but it certainly keeps life interesting. I'm slowly learning to let go of things so I can stop and smell the roses, so to speak. We've taken to having what we call "mind, body and soul time" where I have one on one time with each of the kids, and sometimes that's all it takes to make me stop and take a breath. I think we sometimes get buried in the "I should be doing something" mindset, that we forget how to relax and have fun. 
This weekend is "date night" with the hubby. We're going to a comedy show with some of the best comedians in NZ, and I can't wait! Bring on the laughter and frivolity!
With houses not panning out, and only a week left to find the perfect house (if not, we'll rent - we won't be homeless, don't worry), I feel like it's something we both need to remind us that life is a journey with ups an downs, but as long as we have each other, everything will work out (queue the soppy "aww"s).
Remember, without the downs, we can't truly appreciate the ups.