Number 1 in priority. I want to work on being as present as possible for them at all times. My job demands a lot of me but if I work at it I think I can get to a point when it rarely will come home. We are currently right in the middle of a remodel that started a few years ago when we bought the place. We are multiple years in to a 9 month remodel. We are making good progress but it is taking longer than planned. The main reason is we are trying to divide time between it and making sure we can spend time with our son. Sometimes it is difficult to do though. My plan is to set clear work times and play times for weekends. That way we can all be on the same page what times are for work and for play. In addition I want set a good example for my son, if I say I will do something I need to do it. No excuses or exceptions. I also want to show my wife how much I care about her and value her.
To show and implement these qualities will be simple I think, setting weekend plans are easy enough on Friday before the weekend. The discipline will come with repetition, I need to strive to keep my promise. Do what I say I will do when I say I will do it. To make my wife feel loved and appreciated I want to help keep the house clean. Making sure it is tidied up before bed. For example dishes in the washer and counters cleaned, toys put away before bed as well. I think I will make a point to get her flowers at least twice a month and try to do a dinner date once a month. These are minimums of course.
The plan for all this seems to be coming together very nicely. Im Slowly planning implementing all of this so that when it’s time to grab high gear i’m ready to roll. Thank you to any of you following along. I would love to hear some of your input.