It is impossible to remain still. I can’t
remain still. I am a body in constant motion. Between baby, house, partner and
writing, I am a body in constant motion, attempting two, three, four things
simultaneously. I have always been capable at multi-tasking, but this is a new
level. I bake as he sets down for lunch, and begin laundry and dishes as my
wife attempts him down to sleep. I write an hour or two depending on the length
and breadth of his nap.
I sketch a few lines in
my notebook as he coos on his mat. Later on, I prepare dinner as they play
together in the living room. Once dinner is made, set and sat, I prepare his
bath and begin loading the dishwasher. As she watches him in the bath, I fold
last night’s laundry and diapers before assisting with bedtime routines.
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