Saturday, July 18, 2009

Alone

I spent the day all by myself today. Craig took the kids to his parents' house and I stayed back to clean, declutter and organize.

I love days like this, but I always feel so guilty too. Guilty for not spending the day with my kids and husband (even though I spend nearly every day with them!). Guilty for not visiting my inlaws (even though we seen them frequently). Guilty for taking a little time for ME in between the cleaning I am doing.

I know some moms have no problem spending time away from their children. I could never figure out how to do that. I used to think it was a sign of being a "bad mom" - who could possibly want to spend time apart from their children????? But I know now that it's a very healthy thing to do (I wish I was better at it).

I guess these alone-times will start coming more frequently now that the kids are getting older. I am still not used to it, but I am trying very hard to enjoy it!

I think I am going to make a run to Goodwill to drop off the 3 garbage bags of junk (!) I pulled out today. Then maybe I'll use my coupon for a free Chicken Salad sandwich from Chik-Fil-A - and perhaps a Redbox video for Craig and I to enjoy later tonight.
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6 comments:

  1. Michelle, All Home and LoveJuly 18, 2009 at 8:21 PM

    Sounds like a great day to me! Everyone needs that time to relax or get things done. I know what you mean about the guilt though, I feel the same way if I get alone time....which isn't often of course.
    ~Michelle

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  2. OWL MOMMAJuly 19, 2009 at 9:55 AM

    I never have guilt if I'm staying hoem to clean while dh has the kids... I just think of that as a work exchange... usually I have the kids to allow him to work.
    But yeah, when I'm taking time alone, major momma guilt.

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  3. OliviaJuly 19, 2009 at 10:12 AM

    It's tough not to feel guilty but just think that the time you spend on yourself is re-energizing and refreshing and completely deserving!!

    Your family will have a happier Mom and wife in exchange!

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  4. Valerie @ Inner Child FunJuly 19, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    We all need time to recharge once in a while. I've known mothers who never take time for themselves.... and it ain't pretty!

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  5. Michelle, All Home and LoveJuly 26, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    Lisa, you can come by any time, no open house needed! We should plan a lunch date soon...or maybe a girls day out with out the kids!
    ~Michelle

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  6. ~SHANNON~July 31, 2009 at 1:29 PM

    I can SO relate. My baby turns one next week- eeek! And I wont let anyone else watch her. I know eventually I'm going to need to take family up on their offers to babysit- but I know I will feel guilty not being there if she needs me.

    BUT- I totally agree with above posters. Mommy does need "me" time. So I'll have to get better at it!

    Was nice to find your blog!

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