Kickball was one of my favorite games growing up. I felt powerful propelling the red ball through the air with a swift kick.

There are many things other than rubber balls that we kick down the road. All those “round to it” projects, the ones we tell ourselves we “should” be doing as good humans. These “shoulds” come in all shapes and sizes. It might be files to organize, doing your taxes, learning to play an instrument, or something as simple as writing a note.

For years I told myself I should create fabulous baby books for my children. I don’t know how I came up with the idea that perfect mothers have perfect baby books. What better way to project the perfect image, spotlighting the joy without having to mention the struggles?