Structure = Freedom

I had a boss that used to say this a lot

Structure = Freedom

I always understood what he was saying but it has never been more obvious as during this time of quarantine and being newly retired.

OMG!

At first it was great. I was "retired" for about two weeks before the quarantine started and the kids were dismissed from school.  Those two weeks had no structure as I was just taking it easy catching up on sleep and Netflix.  It was very relaxing and enjoyable.

Then we quarantined.

And I made the mistake of not putting a tight structure in place.  I decided to let the kids have a good time for a little while.  Yes, they had to do their school work but as long as they got some done everyday it was ok.

Now after 4 plus weeks of no structure I feel like mush (plus I've gained 10 pounds so I really am a little mushy!)

I realize that for a productive life some sort of structure must be in place.  For myself, I have to get up like I used to - shower, shave, put on decent clothes, eat my normal breakfast and start doing some "work."  For my kids we'll implement a standard time to get up, regular breakfast, school work time, chores (a little 😀) etc.  Then play time/free time after that!

You've heard "With Freedom Comes Responsibility"

I say, quoting my former boss, "With Structure Comes Freedom!"