Any Day Can Be Day One

This morning was day one on take back the mornings. I have been checked out of the morning routine for so long that I don't even remember what I used to do but I do know what I have become accustomed to:

All out brawls over toys, TV channels and clothes

Yelling, screaming and harsh words

Watching Hubby take kids down in their underwear at 8:59

Misplaced shoes, coats and homework

Unbrushed teeth and uneaten breakfast

Why did the morning routine have to be so hard and what exactly caused it to get so out of hand? 

This morning I greeted the sun as it came up. <-- as evidenced by this morning....this is what it is going to take. I had time to go to the restroom, enjoy a cup of coffee and read a few chapters in my book before I saw the first sleepy face. 

Thankfully I had already had time to wake up so I was ready. 

I had 45 minutes to get everyone dressed and out the door but reminded myself to stay calm. The more anxious I get about the time these days the faster it seems to fly. 

I was able to do it, but with a sad heart. Just the addition of myself to the mornings ensured that not only did everyone do what they were supposed to but with mostly happy hearts. They all walked out the door, fully dressed with full bellies and brushed teeth. 

Is there a part of your day that has become so stressful that you have just checked out? 

I challenge you to take it back. The wisest words that I have heard in 2012 are any day can be day one.