Hi SadAndEmpty, I know it must all seem non-stop,and when you've done one thing you've another not far behind it
It is good that you've got your husband doing a bit more though, just make sure you're not looking at it as you need help/can't manage though, OK?
He's their father, and it should be good for his and your children's relationship that he's starting to do more with them. I'd say he should have plenty of involvement, children can need their father as well if he's around, right? And maybe he could work up to doing just a few more things with/for them???
And maybe start prioritizing jobs a little, hey? e.g. if a few none essential household tasks don't get done or get postponed........then not the end of the world, especially with all you have to cope with.
And the time you do get to rest.........maybe schedule something relaxing/enjoyable in even if it's just relaxing with music or having a relaxing bath (or shower?), it's so easy for "quiet" time to slide by, right?
And the children.........do you think it would help if you could get to know some other parents at your daughters school?? I'm thinking it might help to share some of the difficulties you may be having with some of them, and vica versa, so as you aren't so "isolated"........some might just be able to offer understanding (if they're "where you're at" with their children), others might have found different ways around problem areas???
But you know I've been saying try to find time for yourself wherever you can and that is important (very important!!), but it might help if you can try for a little more time with your husband as well e.g. when the children go to bed???
Whether that time is spent sharing the stresses you're under, finding comfort/support or whether it's just focusing on being together as husband and wife instead of as parents.
I know you're probably even more tired when the children have gone to bed, but maybe it would help a little occasionally????

And this bit......."I suppose it helps a tad bit to at least come here and vent some. I'm normally the one supporting all others, but right now I feel I need support"
Come here as often as you want/need to, hey??!!
And remember you shouldn't always be the one supporting others, they should have some responsibility to support you as well!!



Alison