Not so Manic Monday

I set the alarm for 6am today and headed for the gym before my family awoke. It felt so good to get some exercise in early and shower before starting the routine of the day. I was able to pray, think about the coming day and week, and just enjoy quiet. I sometimes feel guilty when Im not with AJ or the kids, but I realizing how important it is to have balance in life. I have to nurture my physical, emotional, and spiritual self in order to fully give to those I love. The discipline required is often a struggle, but when I take the time, Im so much more peaceful. And I havent felt tired from my early rising, but energized. I've got to do this more often...