Parenting and Car Life

There have been more significant changes in many aspects than one might imagine between when we were married and just the two of us and after the birth of our child.

How you spend your daily time, your lifestyle, your priorities, your interests...I was such a workaholic and self-centered person until my second daughter was born, and now I'm going to lead a child-centered life.At the time, I had no idea that I was going to be able to do such a thing.

And now that my oldest son is 7 months old, I decided to write honestly about what I think about child-rearing, car life, and the future.

Attending a car event with children

After the birth of our second daughter, our family began attending various car events with our children, such as Porsche driving schools, driving events, and races.

At first, I had no idea what to expect, but gradually"I wish I had brought that," "I didn't need that."The wisdom of the "I'm not a good person.

I used to bring a stroller, but there are no elevators at places like Fuji Speedway, so it is easier to move around with a baby carrier, and a backpack is easier to move around with than a tote bag because you have both hands free.

In addition, theChildren are often bored while waiting or during the race.For example, it is better to bring along some easy-to-play items such as coloring books or origami, or some snacks because children get cranky when they are hungry...etc.

And after visiting the circuit so many times, I think I have come to know where the restrooms are, where the vending machines are, and where the conduits are, and I think I had a pretty comfortable time at the recent track day.

In addition, the participantsVery warm with children.I am also glad to see that

When I was trying to carry a stroller down the stairs, she helped me by saying, "I'll hold it! He also talked to the children in a friendly manner and even gave us sweets, saying, "Have some on the way home.

Attending an event with children is not a small amount ofI'm sorry for being so loud... I know I'm making people feel uncomfortable.I am always glad that I brought my children to these events because everyone is so warm and kind.

And the children, too.We had so much fun!!! Got lots of candy too! I want to go back!I hope I can bring my children with me as long as they are willing to follow me," he said.

As a result of putting children first

However, when a life spent surrounded by children becomes routine.While I have more memories with my children, "what I want to do with them" takes a back seat.I think there is an aspect of

In my case, for example, I am forced to interrupt my blogging at home because my children are constantly saying to me, "Mommy, look at this," "Mommy, that thing is missing," "Mommy," "Mommy," "Mommy," and so on.

When you go out somewhere, you may ask yourself, "Do I need a change of clothes? Diapers? Where are the towels? Where's the baby carrier?" and the main thing is to prepare for the children, and even when we go outI'm tired," "I want to go home."When asked, they often give up on what they wanted to see and go home, giving up on the juice on the way there.

Even if I went shopping alone on the rare occasion, I'd still be able to say, "I'm not going to go shopping alone."Oh, my oldest daughter wants this, so I'll buy it for her.or "This is my second daughter's favorite side dish, so let's have it for dinner tonight.I ended up thinking only about the children," he says.

And after years of living this way, even the smallest of things can become a "thing of the past.What I want to doI think I got better at giving up on the "Mere Old Man" and stopped even thinking about such things and stopped challenging myself as voraciously as I used to.

And the other day, my husband pointed this out to me.

I have a Boxster, a 911, and other sports cars at home, but I don't drive them at all these days. I used to say, "Why don't you get in? I said, "Why don't you get in?Recently, when I say, "Why don't you get in?" but they don't get in, saying, "No, I won't."Why?

And.

There must be many causes, such as the change in hormonal balance after childbirth, lack of sleep, and the fact that Cayenne is too comfortable for me to ride (laughs), but perhaps the root of the matter is.Having put myself on the back burner, I had lost my greed and desire for many things.I think it's a "no-brainer".

This is not good.

And even if I am a Porsche blogger, and thankfully have a sports car at home, how could I not drive it at all?That's an unbecoming position for someone who calls himself a Porsche blogger.

In the past, when I was working hard, I met many people every day through my work, which stimulated me to get ideas and take action... a good cycle was happening. But nowadays, I stay at home all the time, and there are almost no new encounters.

That's why.It is important to create one's own stimulation.I think that's what it's all about. If we want to be a wonderful person who takes on challenges and keeps curiosity at any age, we must change our behavior from this moment.

Now that my son is seven months old, I feel more comfortable and have more time on my hands than before.Now is the time to move. I think it is time to change, even if only little by little.

Car life from now on

Back to the car event I mentioned at the beginning of this post, every time I've attended one.We meet people whose children have grown up and are attending with their spouses.

Whenever I see the two of you walking around the pits together, watching a race, laughing and eating dinner together.Oh, how wonderful, I hope I can be like this in the future when my children are out of the way.I think."

When we first got married, I had no interest in cars whatsoever, and I had no idea that we would have a common hobby as a couple.

But now, I am so grateful to have my world expanded through my car and through this Porsche blog.

Therefore, I hope that I can continue to create opportunities for myself in a challenging way (and don't forget to take my own pace) and enrich my life even more.