Kickin' Panic's butt.

So, the trip home today was horrible! First of all there was major road construction (tis the season) throughout most of the trip. You know the kind where you're in really tight lanes, pinchedbetween a semi and a divider. I caught myself thinking "If I freak out right now, there's nowhere for me to pull off." It caused me a headache, but no panic. I just sang louder, talked to my kids more and really paid attention to the road. I also got lost, twice. I actually even forgot which exit I needed to take so ended up adding about 30 minutes to an already long trip. My kids were getting restless and hungry and I was just stressed. I've been fighting off a really nasty cold lately and that paired with my anxiety issues just leads to me not functioning like I usually do. So needless to say I was in tears, my kids were upset, I even called my husband and was very rude to him and basically blamed him for getting me lost. My mind was just a mess. I felt like an idiot, there was no reason. I was so excited to get back to My House, My hubby, My boring life and it seemed like I just couldn't get there. BUT, I didn't panic and I was able to find my way back home. When I got home I was still a bit stressed but instead of dwelling on it I made some lunch for me and the kids and then played outside with them for the rest of the afternoon. I'm still feeling sick and a little down but I love that instead of letting a crappy situation ruin my day I was able to turn it around. Now my babies are watching some television and I'm here with just peace and quiet. My hubs will be home in a few hours and I can't wait to see him:) Well I guess it's true that life is a journey, even if you get a little lost along the way.