Why is it that whenever we finally feel as if we have the act of juggling all aspects of our lives down, we decide we need to throw another ball into the air? Perhaps it’s the New Year; perhaps we just secretly enjoy inflicting pain on ourselves. I don’t know the answer to that question, but I know it’s something of which I am completely guilty, and my latest ball is training for the Philadelphia Women’s Triathlon.

So far, I am handling the additional commitment pretty well, without allowing any other areas of my life to suffer (at least that I’m aware of). But it’s still early; the event isn’t until July 12. I can only hope that I can maintain this control over the next six months.

Now, I know many of you have been partaking in triathlons, marathons, etc. for quite a while now, and I (as I’m sure others who may be in the same boat as me) welcome any words of wisdom and encouragement you may have based on your own experiences.

Here’s to a happy, healthy 2009, and success in incorporating whatever your new ball may be.

Kristen Keller lives in New Jersey with her two young boys, husband and two dogs. In an effort to obtain the perfect work-life balance, Kristen works part-time out of her home office as an independent public relations consultant and spends the rest of her time striving to give her children the same wonderful childhood experience she had. Click here to check out Kristen’s other posts on This Mommy Gig.