Random thoughts on raising kids.

I have a 9 year-old, a 5 year-old and a 3 year-old. (All have the same father.) 9 year-old is our design firm and the younger ones are cute little creatures. It has been so much fun to raise them. And I learned a few things along the way.

GRATEFULLY ACCEPT ANY HELP THAT WAS OFFERED. My mom help me taking care of the kids while I work — I gratefully accept that. My colleagues pull an all-nighter so I can go home on time for the kids — I gratefully accept that. Just remind myself: always appreciate it and help back (or help other) whenever I see a chance.

EFFICIENCY MATTERS. Now I can shop the whole season’s wardrobe in 2.5 hours simply because I have better things to do. Guess what? I still look okay.

COMPETITIONS CAN HURT. The slightest comparisons can hurt the bonding between siblings or co-workers. Cons outweigh the pros. Avoid it if possible.

MESSY IS GOOD. If the house is always nice and neat, that means the kids don’t get to play with toys enough. If the company is always under control, which means it is not running fast enough. Just remind myself: reasonable disordered is fine, dirty is not.

To be continued… I am sure the best is yet to come.